Acid and Bases

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What do acids form in a water solution?

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Acids form hydrogen ions (H+).

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What do bases form in a water solution?

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Bases form hydroxide ions (OH-).

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What is the taste of bases?

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Bitter.

Front

Which substance is most likely to be basic?

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Laundry detergent.

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What can neutralize an acidic solution?

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A base.

Front

Why are bases useful as cleaning products?

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They dissolve fats and oils.

Front

What color does litmus paper turn in the presence of an acid?

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Red.

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What color does litmus paper turn in the presence of a base?

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Blue.

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What is the pH range of acids?

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0 to 7.

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What is the pH range of bases?

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7 to 14.