Title: Acid-Base neutralization at home
Summary description in the English Language: Acid-base neutralization, the chemical reaction where an acid and a base cancel each other out to form salt and water, can be safely demonstrated at home using common household items. The classic example is the fizzing reaction between vinegar (an acid) and baking soda (a base), which produces carbon dioxide gas. A more visual method involves using red cabbage juice as a natural pH indicator; it turns pink in acids like lemon juice and green in bases like baking soda solution, allowing you to see the exact moment of neutralization when the mixture returns to its original purple color. This principle is also seen in action when an antacid tablet fizzes gently in lemon juice, neutralizing the acid in a real-world application. By following basic safety precautions, such as avoiding strong chemicals and using adult supervision, these simple experiments make the abstract concept of neutralization tangible and easy to understand.
Presenter/s: Ass. Prof. Dr. Kazhal M.Salih
Qualification: Assistant Prof.
Affiliation: Pharmacy College/ Hawler Medical University
Audience: Academician
Venue: College of Pharmacy
No. of Participants: 24
Day: Wednesday
Date: 29/10/2025
Time: 10 A.M.
