Define salts, write its properties and examples also.

Salts:

Salts are ionic compounds formed by the neutralization reaction between an acid and a base. They consist of a positive ion (cation) from the base and a negative ion (anion) from the acid.

Examples:

1. Sodium chloride (NaCl) – Used as table salt.

2. Calcium carbonate (CaCO₃) – Found in limestone and used in cement manufacturing.

3. Potassium nitrate (KNO₃) – Used in fertilizers and explosives.

Properties of Salts:

1. State: Salts are usually crystalline solids.

2. Solubility: Most salts dissolve in water, but some (e.g., barium sulfate) are insoluble.

3. Electrical Conductivity: Aqueous solutions of salts conduct electricity.

4. Reaction with Water: Some salts undergo hydrolysis, reacting with water to form acidic or basic solutions.

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