Acids and Bases

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What is an acid according to Arrhenius?

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An acid is a substance that produces H+ ions in solution.

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What is a base according to Arrhenius?

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A base is a substance that produces OH- ions in solution.

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What does pH measure?

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

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What is the pH range for acids?

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The pH range for acids is less than 7.

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What is the pH range for bases?

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The pH range for bases is greater than 7.

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What is a Brønsted-Lowry acid?

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A Brønsted-Lowry acid is a substance that donates a proton (H+) to another substance.

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What is a Brønsted-Lowry base?

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A Brønsted-Lowry base is a substance that accepts a proton (H+) from another substance.

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What is the difference between strong and weak acids?

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Strong acids ionize 100% in solution, while weak acids ionize less than 100%.

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What is an example of a strong acid?

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Hydrochloric acid (HCl) is an example of a strong acid.

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What is an example of a weak acid?

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Acetic acid (CH3COOH) is an example of a weak acid.