2 HF (aq) + Ca(OH)2 (s) → CaF2 (s) + 2 H2O (l)
This is an acid-base reaction (neutralization): HF is an acid, Ca(OH)2 is a base.
Reactants:
- HF – Fluorane
- Other names: Hydrofluoric acid , Hydrogen fluoride , Fluorhydric acid
- Appearance: Colorless solution ; Colourless gas or colourless liquid (below 19.5 °C) ; Colourless gas or colourless fuming liquid with pungent odour ; Colourless fuming liquid with pungent odour ; Colorless gas or fuming liquid (below 67°F) with a strong, irritating odor. [Note: Shipped in cylinders.]
- Ca(OH)2 – Calcium hydroxide
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