Solutions, Acids and Bases Review

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What is an unsaturated solution?

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A solution that contains less solute than it can dissolve at a given temperature.

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What is a saturated solution?

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A solution that contains the maximum amount of solute that can dissolve at a given temperature.

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What is a supersaturated solution?

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A solution that contains more solute than it can normally dissolve at a given temperature, often achieved by heating.

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Which substance increases the MOST in solubility as temperature increases?

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KNO3 (Potassium Nitrate)

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What is the pH scale?

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A scale that measures how acidic or basic a solution is, ranging from 0 (acidic) to 14 (basic), with 7 being neutral.

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What is the weakest acid on the pH scale?

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Milk, which has a pH around 6.

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What happens to red litmus paper when it comes in contact with a base?

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It turns blue.

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What is the pH of a neutral solution?

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7.0.

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What is the effect of temperature on the solubility of most solids?

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Generally, the solubility of most solids increases as the temperature increases.

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What is the best choice to neutralize an acid like lemon juice?

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Baking soda (sodium bicarbonate), which is a base.