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Explanation:
Hydrolysis is a type of decomposition reaction where one of the reactants is water; and typically, water is used to break chemical bonds in the other reactant.
In hydrolysis reactions, compounds react with water, causing decomposition.
What is Hydrolysis?
Hydrolysis is the decomposition of a substance in water. This process occurs when an acid or base reacts with water, forming another substance and releasing heat energy.
For example, salt (sodium chloride) will react with water to form sodium hydroxide and hydrogen gas:
NaCl + H 2 O → NaOH + H 2
The salt breaks down into its base and acid components, which then combine to form sodium hydroxide (lye) and hydrogen gas.
Explanation: Hydrolysis reactions involve the cleavage of a chemical bond by the addition of water. It usually involves an ester, amide, or carbonic acid (or its derivatives) and is industrially very important as it is involved in saponification (the breakdown of fats into soap).
Compounds react with water to form hydrogen ions and the compound in its ionized (or hydrated) state. Examples – Sodium bisulfate, or sodium hydrogen sulfite reacts with water by giving sodium ions and sulfuric acid esters.