acid , bases and salt

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What is a neutralization reaction?

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

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What is the pH of pure water?

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7, which means it is a neutral substance.

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What taste is characteristic of bases?

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Bitter.

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Which of the following is an acid: shampoo, baking soda, orange juice, or water?

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Orange juice.

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What type of chemical reaction occurs when an equal strength acid and base are mixed?

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Neutralization.

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What is an acid?

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

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What is 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 a salt?

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A compound formed from the neutralization reaction of an acid and a base.

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

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The pH decreases, making the solution more acidic.

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

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The pH increases, making the solution more basic.