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Why not mix hydrochloric acid with sodium hydroxide?

April 26, 2017acid Chemistry Hydrochloric hydroxide Mathematics mix sodium

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Why not mix hydrochloric acid with sodium hydroxide?

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Reaction between hydrochloric acid and sodium hydroxide is highly exotermic, so it can cause you severe burns instead of preventing the damage of the acid on your skin. It is better to put the hand in abundant water (very abundant rinsing and as long as acid is not very concentrated) and then immediately use the sodium bicarbonate as a less aggresive neutralizing agent. Good luck!