Acids, Bases, and pH

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What is the pH of a neutral solution?

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7

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What pH range indicates a basic solution?

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8-14

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If a solution has a pH of 9, how would it be classified?

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As a base.

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What pH range indicates an acidic solution?

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0-6

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Which pH value represents a stronger acid: pH 1 or pH 5?

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pH 1 is the stronger acid.

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What is the definition of an acid?

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A substance that donates protons (H+) in a solution.

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What is the definition of a base?

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A substance that accepts protons (H+) or donates hydroxide ions (OH-) in a solution.

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What is the significance of the pH scale?

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It measures the acidity or basicity of a solution on a scale from 0 to 14.

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What happens to the pH of a solution when an acid is added?

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The pH decreases, indicating increased acidity.

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What happens to the pH of a solution when a base is added?

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The pH increases, indicating increased basicity.