M.Bio_Short pH Review Closing Flashcard

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What happens to the concentration of H+ as one moves down the pH scale from 14 to 1?

Back

The concentration of H+ increases.

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Which pH value represents the greatest concentration of H+ ions?

Back

pH 1 represents the greatest concentration of H+ ions.

Front

What does pH measure?

Back

pH measures the amount of hydrogen (H+) ions in a solution.

Front

What type of chemical produces H3O+ when mixed with water?

Back

An acid produces H3O+ when mixed with water.

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What is the pH of a basic solution?

Back

A basic solution has a pH greater than 7.

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What is the pH of a neutral solution?

Back

A neutral solution has a pH of 7.

Front

What is the pH of an acidic solution?

Back

An acidic solution has a pH less than 7.

Front

What happens to pH when an acid is added to water?

Back

The pH decreases.

Front

What happens to pH when a base is added to water?

Back

The pH increases.

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What is the relationship between pH and H+ concentration?

Back

As pH decreases, H+ concentration increases.