Acids and Bases

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What is the pH of pure water?

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7

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What is a property of acids?

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They taste sour.

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What is a property of bases?

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They have a bitter taste.

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What do we call substances that can donate protons (H+) in a solution?

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Acids.

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What do we call substances that can accept protons (H+) in a solution?

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Bases.

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What is the term for a solution with a pH less than 7?

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Acidic solution.

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What is the term for a solution with a pH greater than 7?

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Basic solution.

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What happens when an acid reacts with a base?

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They neutralize each other, forming water and a salt.

Front

What is an example of a common acid?

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Vinegar (acetic acid).

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What is an example of a common base?

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Baking soda (sodium bicarbonate).