Why does the neutralization of an acid by a base often produ

Why does the neutralization of an acid by a base often produce water?

Solution

Neutralisation refers to a reaction between an acid and a Base. This reaction often results in the production of water. It is due to a fact that an acid liberates H+ ions while as a Base releases OH- ions. These ions combine to form water.

For example:

HCl(aq) H⁺(aq) + Cl(aq)

NaOH(aq) Na⁺(aq) + OH(aq)

HCl + NaOH NaCl + H₂O.