Which Salt Is Produced by the Neutralization of Sodium Hydroxide

question 57

Multiple Choice

Which salt is produced by the neutralization of sodium hydroxide with sulfuric acid?

• A) Na₂SO₄
• B) Na₂(SO₄)₃
• C) Na(SO₄)₂
• D) Na₂SO₃
• E) Na₂S

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