If we touch the test-tube immediately after carrying out the neutralization reaction of an acid and a base in it, it is found to be somewhat hot. Explain why?

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This is because some heat is evolved during the neutralisation reaction. This heat raises the temperature of reaction mixture and we feel the test tube hot.

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