Acids and Bases

Front

What is a Bronsted acid?

Back

A Bronsted acid is a substance that donates a proton (H+) to another substance in a chemical reaction.

Front

Which reactant in the equation is a Bronsted acid?

Back

Water is a Bronsted acid because it can donate a proton.

Front

What is a common property of bases?

Back

Most bases feel slippery to the touch.

Front

What is the pH range for acids?

Back

Acids are found on the pH scale between 0 and 7.

Front

What ion is formed when a proton reacts with water?

Back

A hydronium ion (H3O+) is formed when a proton reacts with water.

Front

What is a Bronsted-Lowry conjugate base?

Back

A Bronsted-Lowry conjugate base is the species that remains after an acid donates a proton.

Front

What is the pH range for bases?

Back

Bases are found on the pH scale between 7 and 14.

Front

What is the difference between strong and weak acids?

Back

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

Front

What is the definition of a base according to the Bronsted-Lowry theory?

Back

A base is a substance that accepts a proton (H+) in a chemical reaction.

Front

What is the chemical formula for hydroxide ion?

Back

The chemical formula for hydroxide ion is OH-.