SCH4C Quiz - Acids and Bases

Label the pH scale.

a

b

c

d

e

f

g

h

i

j

Weak Base

pH 14

Acidic

pH 7

Strong Base

Weak Acid

Basic

pH 1

Neutral

Strong Acid

The term "pH" stands for

Which of the following is a common property of acids?

• Bitter taste

• Sour taste

• Slippery feel

• Turns red litmus paper blue

What is the chemical formula for phosphoric acid?

Which of the following is an example of an acid found in everyday life?

• Hand soap

• Bleach

• Vinegar

• Baking soda

Out of the chemical formulas below, which one is an acid?

What is the chemical formula for nitric acid?

What is a characteristic property of bases?

• Sour taste

• Turns blue litmus paper red

• Slippery feel

• Reacts with metals to produce hydrogen gas

What compound is commonly used in antacids (such as tums) to treat heartburn?

• Hydrochloric acid

• Sodium bicarbonate

• Acetic acid

• Hydroxide

Which of the following is a base commonly used in cleaning products?

• Citric acid

• Ammonia

• Acetic acid

• Vinegar