🔍 Key Concepts

• Acid-base neutralization in basic chemistry • Common household alkalis/bases used for neutralizing battery acid (sulfuric acid) • Safety considerations when choosing a neutralizing agent for acid electrolytes

💭 Think About

• Which of these substances are bases that can react safely with an acid electrolyte to form a salt and water? • Are any of these chemicals too strong or hazardous for routine neutralization on board a vessel? • Think about what you would realistically have in a marine safety kit to neutralize spilled battery acid.

✅ Before You Answer

• Verify which options are alkaline/basic, not acidic • Consider which of these are commonly recommended in marine safety guidance for neutralizing battery acid spills • Check whether the exam is likely focusing on a single best recommended agent versus a list of all possible chemical bases