pH Scale Flashcard

Front

What substance releases OH⁻ into solution?

Back

Base

Front

Which solution releases H⁺ in solution?

Back

Acid

Front

What taste is characteristic of acids?

Back

Sour

Front

What is the characteristic feel of bases?

Back

Slippery

Front

What is the range of the pH scale?

Back

0-14

Front

What is a strong acid?

Back

An acid that completely dissociates in solution, e.g., hydrochloric acid (HCl).

Front

What is a strong base?

Back

A base that completely dissociates in solution, e.g., sodium hydroxide (NaOH).

Front

What is a neutral solution?

Back

A solution with a pH of 7, e.g., pure water.

Front

What is the pH of a strong acid?

Back

Typically below 3.

Front

What is the pH of a strong base?

Back

Typically above 11.