Acids and Bases

Front

What do acids produce when they react with metals?

Back

Hydrogen gas and salt.

Front

What is a property of a base?

Back

Bitter taste.

Front

What pH value represents an acid?

Back

4.

Front

What ions do acids contain when dissolved in water?

Back

Positive ions (H+).

Front

What is the pH of a neutral substance?

Back

7.

Front

What taste is commonly associated with acids?

Back

Sour taste.

Front

What is the general formula for acids?

Back

HA, where H is hydrogen and A is an anion.

Front

What happens to litmus paper when it comes in contact with an acid?

Back

It turns red.

Front

What happens to litmus paper when it comes in contact with a base?

Back

It turns blue.

Front

What is the pH range of acids?

Back

0 to 6.