Reaction between potassiumhydrogensulfate & potassiumhydroxide

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The reaction between potassium hydrogen sulfate (KHSO4) and potassium hydroxide (KOH) is identified as a proton-transfer reaction, indicating it is also an acid-base reaction. Despite KHSO4 being a salt, it retains the ability to react with bases. The discussion emphasizes that the terms "acid" and "base" are relative, allowing for varied interpretations based on context. The dissociation of potassium hydrogen sulfate is relevant for understanding its behavior in reactions. Overall, the interaction between these compounds illustrates the complexity of acid-base chemistry beyond traditional definitions.
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Hi,

Is the reaction between potassiumhydrogensulfate & potassiumhydroxide a proton-transfer reaction? If it is, it must also be an acid-base reaction. But the problem is that its not a reaction between an acid & base, but between a salt & a base!


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Write formula of potassium hydrogen sulfate and dissociation reaction for the salt.
 
Just because it happens to be a "salt", it doesn't means it always loses its ability to react with other acid or base. And also, acid and base are relative terms, so don't worry about KHSO4 being acidic or basic.
 
Thanks for the help Borek & Agnuke. :)
 

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