8.5.Acids and Bases

Front

An acid is a solution that contains __________ ions dissolved in water.

Back

positive H

Front

If an acid is combined with a base of equal strength, the result will most likely be __________.

Back

a neutral solution.

Front

The strongest bases have pH values close to _______________.

Back

14

Front

Which of the following statements is correct? Blue litmus paper turns red when placed in a base. Red litmus paper turns blue when placed in a base. Blue litmus paper stays blue when placed in an acid. Red litmus paper stays red when placed in a base.

Back

Red litmus paper turns blue when placed in a base.

Front

Ocean water is only slightly basic. What might its pH value be?

Back

8

Front

What is the pH range of acids?

Back

0 to 6.

Front

What is the pH range of bases?

Back

8 to 14.

Front

What is a neutral solution's pH value?

Back

7.

Front

What is the chemical formula for hydrochloric acid?

Back

HCl.

Front

What is the chemical formula for sodium hydroxide?

Back

NaOH.