SaltsDefinition (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Salts) In chemistry, salts are ionic compounds that result from the neutralization reaction of an acid and a base. They are composed of cations (positively charged ions) and anions (negative ions) so that the product is electrically neutral (without a net charge). (Wikipedia) Preferred Units: N/A Scope Note: N/A This term is used for the following terms: N/A Approved Date 16-Oct-2012 Items having a keyword or observed-property relationship to this subject term Click here to give feedback on this term or suggest an update. |