unit 1 review

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What ions are produced when an acid is dissolved in water?

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Hydrogen ions (H+) and anions.

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What is the characteristic taste of acids?

Back

Sour.

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What color does litmus paper turn when exposed to an acid?

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Red.

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What is the definition of an acid?

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A substance that donates hydrogen ions (H+) in a solution.

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What is the definition of a base?

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A substance that accepts hydrogen ions (H+) or donates hydroxide ions (OH-) in a solution.

Front

What ions are produced when hydrogen chloride gas is mixed with water?

Back

H+ and Cl-.

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What is the pH range of acids?

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Less than 7.

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What is the pH range of bases?

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Greater than 7.

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What is the strongest acid among common substances?

Back

Hydrochloric acid (HCl).

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What is the strongest base among common substances?

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Sodium hydroxide (NaOH).