The chemical equation above represents a neutralization reaction between calcium nitrate (Ca(NO3)2) and potassium hydroxide (KOH) to produce calcium hydroxide (Ca(OH)2) and potassium nitrate (KNO3). It is a type of hydrolysis reaction based on the Brønsted-Lowry concept of acids and bases.
- Reaction conditions
This reaction requires standard temperature and pressure conditions (NTP) along with the presence of a catalyst chemical to accelerate the reaction rate.
- Reaction process
The reaction process begins with calcium nitrate (Ca(NO3)2) reacting with potassium hydroxide (KOH) to produce calcium hydroxide (Ca(OH)2) and potassium nitrate (KNO3). Ca(NO3)2 is a compound capable of dissociating into Ca2+ and NO3- ions. KOH also dissociates into K+ and OH-. In an aqueous environment, these ions interact with each other to generate Ca(OH)2 and KNO3.
- Occurred phenomena
When Ca(NO3)2 and KOH react with each other, they will create a white precipitate of Ca(OH)2 and a solution of KNO3. This phenomenon indicates the evaporation of water and the formation of the white precipitate.