What is the neutralization reaction with the combination H3BO3 and BaOH?

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Thanks for your question on neutralization reactions. In general, neutralization reactions occur between acids and bases. The products are always a salt and water and sometimes you have other products.

2 H_3BO_3 + 3Ba(OH)_2 -> 6 H_2O + Ba_3(BO_3)2

The OH- group from the base combines with the H+ from the acid to produce water. The cation from the base (in this case Ba^2+ ) combines with the anion (borate) from the acid.

You then need to balance the chemical equation so that it follows the Law of Conservation of Mass.

I do hope this helps.