Class 11 Chemistry - Chapter Hydrogen NCERT Solutions | What is the difference between the terms

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Question 31

What is the difference between the terms 'hydrolysis' and 'hydration'?

Answer

Hydrolysis is defined as a chemical reaction in which hydrogen and hydroxide ions (H+ and OH- ions) of water molecule react with a compound to form products. For example:

NaH + H2O  →  NaOH  + H2

Hydration is defined as the addition of one or more water molecules to ions or molecules to form hydrated compounds. For example:

CuSO +  5H2O →  CuSO4 .  5H2O

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