Acids, Bases, pH

Which pH number below reflects a strong base?

• 1

• 6

• 8

• 13

Which pH number below reflects a strong acid?

• 1

• 6

• 8

• 13

Mixing equal portions of an acid and a base should give us a mixture with a pH near

• 3

• 10

• 7

• 0

pH stands for:

• Potency of hydrogen

• Plurality of hydrogen

• Potential of hydrogen

• Pleurisy of hydrogen

Which is the stronger acid?

• pH 1

• pH 4

• pH 8

• pH 13

Which of the following substances is basic?

• Apple juice

• Ginger ale

• Baking soda

• Distilled water

True or false: bases are sometimes called alkaline.

• True

• False

Which chemical tastes sour?

• Acid

• Base

Which chemical produces an (OH) when mixed with water?

• Acid

• Base

Which chemical feels slippery on the skin?

• Acid

• Base