Acids and Base REVIEW 101

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What does the pH scale measure?

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The pH scale measures the acidity or basicity of a solution.

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What pH value indicates a neutral solution?

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A pH value of 7 indicates a neutral solution.

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What happens to the pH value as acidity increases?

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As acidity increases, the pH value decreases.

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What is the pH of a solution with a hydrogen ion concentration of 1.0 x 10^-7 M?

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The pH of the solution is 7.00.

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What is the process called when an acid reacts with a base?

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The process is called neutralization.

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What are the products of a neutralization reaction?

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The products of a neutralization reaction are water and a salt.

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What is the pH range of acidic solutions?

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The pH range of acidic solutions is from 0 to 6.

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What is the pH range of basic solutions?

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The pH range of basic solutions is from 8 to 14.

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What is the significance of a pH of 7 in terms of hydrogen ions?

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A pH of 7 indicates equal concentrations of hydrogen ions [H+] and hydroxide ions [OH-].

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How does temperature affect pH?

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Temperature can affect the ionization of water, thus influencing the pH of a solution.