DOL -Acid and Bases 2

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What is an acid?

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An acid is a substance that donates hydrogen ions (H+) in a solution.

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What is a base?

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

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What is the pH scale?

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The pH scale measures the acidity or basicity of a solution, ranging from 0 (very acidic) to 14 (very basic), with 7 being neutral.

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What happens to litmus paper in an acidic solution?

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Litmus paper turns red in an acidic solution.

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What happens to litmus paper in a basic solution?

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Litmus paper turns blue in a basic solution.

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What is neutralization?

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

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NGSS.MS-PS1-5

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What is a weak acid?

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A weak acid is an acid that partially dissociates in solution, resulting in a higher pH than strong acids.

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What is a strong acid?

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A strong acid is an acid that completely dissociates in solution, resulting in a lower pH.

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What is the pH of pure water?

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The pH of pure water is 7, which is considered neutral.

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What is the pH of baking soda?

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Baking soda has a pH of approximately 8.5, making it a weak base.