Chemical Magic Test Review

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What were alchemists trying to turn ordinary metals into?

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Gold

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What is produced when fruits and vegetables rot?

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Vinegar

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Why are acids used in food?

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They make the food sour.

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What gas is produced when vinegar and baking soda are mixed?

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Carbon Dioxide

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Are all acids dangerous?

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No, not all acids are dangerous.

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What is the definition of an acid?

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

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What is a base?

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A substance that accepts protons (H+) in a solution.

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What is the pH scale?

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A scale that measures how acidic or basic a solution is.

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What is a chemical reaction?

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A process where substances change into new substances.

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What is an example of a common acid?

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Vinegar (acetic acid).