Acids and Bases

Front

What ion do all acids contain?

Back

H⁺

Front

What is the pH of pure water?

Back

7

Front

What type of substance tastes sour?

Back

Acid

Front

What happens to blue litmus paper in contact with an acid?

Back

It would turn red.

Front

Do weak acids have a lower pH than stronger acids?

Back

False

Front

What is a base?

Back

A substance that can accept hydrogen ions (H⁺) or donate electron pairs.

Front

What is the pH range of acids?

Back

Less than 7.

Front

What is the pH range of bases?

Back

Greater than 7.

Front

What is a neutral substance?

Back

A substance with a pH of 7.

Front

What is the taste of a base?

Back

Bitter.