Question

A reaction in which two ions switch places is which type of reaction?

Answer 1

A reaction in which two ions switch places is called double-displacement reaction.

Explanation:

Double displacement reaction usually takes place between two positive ions or two negative ions. When anions or cations of totally different compounds change places, two totally different compounds are formed.  

Syntax for double displacement reaction:

AB + CD --> AD + BC

It can also be defined in simple terms as the reaction in which exchange of ions takes place is called double displacement reaction.

The chemical reaction is as follows:

NaOH(aq) + HCl(aq)  --> NaCl(aq)  + H2O (l)