Ionization of Acids and Bases

The video tutorial covers the definition and ionization of acids and bases, focusing on strong and weak acids and bases. It explains the role of water as both an acid and a base, and introduces the pH scale for measuring acidity and basicity. The tutorial also discusses ionization constants for weak acids and bases, the relationship between acid and base ionization constants, and the characteristics of polybasic acids and bases. Key concepts include equilibrium, conjugate pairs, and the common ion effect.

What is the Arrhenius theory regarding acids and bases?

Explain the difference between strong acids and weak acids.

What role do hydroxyl ions play in the ionization of bases according to Arrhenius?

How does the Bronsted-Lowry concept define strong acids and bases?

What is the significance of the equilibrium established in the dissociation of weak electrolytes?

Describe the relationship between the strength of an acid and its conjugate base.

What is the pH scale and how is it related to hydrogen ion concentration?

How do temperature changes affect the value of Kw?

What is the common ion effect and how does it influence acid-base equilibria?

Explain the hydrolysis of salts and its effect on pH.