Write the balanced chemical equation for the neutralization reaction that occurs when an aqueous solution of hydrochloric acid (HCl) is mixed with an aqueous solution of potassium hydroxide (KOH). Indicate the physical states of the reactants and products using the abbreviations (s), (l), (g), or (aq) for solids, liquids, gases, or aqueous solutions, respectively.

HCl(aq) + KOH(aq) —> KCl(aq) + H2O(l)

Explanation:

Aqueous solution of HCl and aqueous solution of KOH react as follow:

HCl(aq) + KOH(aq) —>

In solution, HCl and KOH will dissociates as follow:

HCl —> H+ + Cl-

KOH —> K+ + OH-

During the reaction, a double displacement reaction occur as shown below:

H+ + Cl- + K+ + OH- —> K+Cl- + H+OH-

The elemental equation is given below:

HCl(aq) + KOH(aq) —> KCl(aq) + H2O(l)

water and alcohols have similar properties because water molecules contain hydroxyl groups that can form hydrogen bonds with other water molecules and with alcohol molecules, and likewise alcohol molecules can form hydrogen bonds with other alcohol molecules as well as with water.