What Are Industrial Uses Of Acids And Alkali?
Many different acids are used in industries for several purposes. Acids are used in mineral processing, rust and corrosion removal, for neutralization to form salts, condensation and dehydration reactions. Acids also act as catalysts in several different processes. They are also added to foods and drink as additives which act as preservatives and also give a certain taste. In industries Alkali are used for producing different lubricants. They are also used for making alloys for aircrafts. Alkali metals are also used for producing railroad bearings. The uses of alkali widely vary from application to application.
