when an acid is mixed with base they neutralise each other s effect, then the neutralized solution is basic or acidic

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The resulting solution after a neutralisation reaction can be acidic, basic or neutral.
A reaction of a strong acid with a strong base results in formation of a neutral solution or a neutral salt.

A reaction of a strong acid with a weak base gives a solution of low pH or formation of an acidic salt.

A reaction of a weak acid with a strong base gives a solution of alkaline pH or formation of a basic salt.

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