When concentrated acid is added to water, whether the process is exothermic or endothermic?

When concentrated acid is added to water, dissociation of acid takes place forming hydration of ions. As the breaking of bonds needs energy to proceed, therefore it is an Endothermic Reaction.  

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Updated on: 10-Oct-2022

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