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  • Chemical Reaction of Sulfuric Acid and Table Salt (H₂SO₄ + NaCl)
    The reaction between sulfuric acid (H₂SO₄) and table salt (NaCl) produces hydrogen chloride gas (HCl), sodium bisulfate (NaHSO₄), and sodium sulfate (Na₂SO₄).

    Here's the balanced chemical equation:

    H₂SO₄ + NaCl → HCl + NaHSO₄

    NaHSO₄ + NaCl → HCl + Na₂SO₄

    Here's a breakdown:

    * H₂SO₄ (Sulfuric Acid): A strong acid.

    * NaCl (Table Salt): A common ionic compound.

    * HCl (Hydrogen Chloride): A colorless gas with a pungent odor, often dissolved in water to form hydrochloric acid.

    * NaHSO₄ (Sodium Bisulfate): A white solid, often used as a pH adjuster.

    * Na₂SO₄ (Sodium Sulfate): A white solid, often used in detergents and as a drying agent.

    Important Note: This reaction is highly exothermic, meaning it releases a significant amount of heat. It should be carried out with caution and appropriate safety measures.

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