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Common reagents for neutralising alkaline wastes are ________

(a) Sulphuric and HCl

(b) Lime and sodium hydroxide

(c) Lime and zinc

(d) Lead

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The correct option is (a) Sulphuric and HCl

The best I can explain: Alkaline hazardous wastes are neutralised with strong mineral acid such as Sulphuric acid, hydrochloric acid or with carbon-di-oxide.

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