Naming Acids and Bases

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What is the naming convention for acids derived from polyatomic ions ending in -ate?

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The root name of the polyatomic ion is followed by the ending -ic.

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What is the chemical formula for phosphorous acid?

Back

H₃PO₃

Front

What is the chemical formula for chloric acid?

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HClO₃

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What is the name of the acid with the formula H₂S?

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Hydrosulfuric acid.

Front

What is the chemical formula for hydrochloric acid?

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HCl.

Front

What is the naming convention for acids derived from polyatomic ions ending in -ite?

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The root name of the polyatomic ion is followed by the ending -ous.

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What is the difference between strong and weak acids?

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Strong acids completely dissociate in water, while weak acids only partially dissociate.

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What is an example of a strong acid?

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Hydrochloric acid (HCl) is a strong acid.

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What is an example of a weak acid?

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Acetic acid (CH₃COOH) is a weak acid.

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What is the general formula for a base?

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Bases typically have the general formula MOH, where M is a metal.