Acid Base Flashcard

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What is an indicator in the context of acids and bases?

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An indicator is a substance that changes color to indicate whether a solution is acidic, basic, or neutral.

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What taste is characteristic of an acid?

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A solution that tastes sour is characteristic of an acid.

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What is a neutralization reaction?

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A neutralization reaction is a chemical reaction between an acid and a base that produces water and a salt.

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Which common food is known to be the most acidic?

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Lemon juice is known to be the most acidic food.

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What is a characteristic property of a base?

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A solution that is slippery is a characteristic property of a base.

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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 6.9.

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What is the pH range of basic solutions?

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The pH range of basic solutions is from 7.1 to 14.

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What is the pH of a neutral solution?

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The pH of a neutral solution is 7.

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What happens to the color of an acid-base indicator in an acidic solution?

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In an acidic solution, an acid-base indicator typically changes to a specific color that indicates acidity.

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What is the role of water in a neutralization reaction?

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Water is produced as a byproduct in a neutralization reaction between an acid and a base.