Is KCl acidic, basic, or neutral?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking whether potassium chloride (KCl) is acidic, basic, or neutral. KCl is a salt formed from a strong acid (HCl) and a strong base (KOH), and therefore, it is generally considered to be neutral in solution.
Answer
neutral
The final answer is neutral
Answer for screen readers
The final answer is neutral
More Information
KCl (potassium chloride) is considered a neutral salt because it results from the neutralization of a strong acid (HCl) and a strong base (KOH). Neither of its ions (K+ and Cl-) affect the solution's pH.
Sources
- Introductory Chemistry for Allied Health - ChemLibreTexts - chem.libretexts.org
- Is KCl an Acid, Base, or Neutral (in water)? - YouTube - youtube.com
- Is KCl an acid, base, or salt? - BYJU'S - byjus.com
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