Question

The process of dissolving an acid or a base in water is a highly endothermic reaction.

• A. True
• B. False

Answer 1

The correct option is B False

The process of dissolving an acid or a base in water is a highly exothermic one. Care must be taken while mixing concentrated nitric acid or sulphuric acid with water. The acid must always be added slowly to water with constant stirring. If water is added to a concentrated acid, the heat generated may cause the mixture to splash out and cause burns.