Acids and Bases

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A solution in which water is the solvent is called

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aqueous

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What do acids produce in solution?

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Hydronium ions

Front

What is the reaction of an acid and base that produces water and a little salt called?

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neutralization

Front

The substance that dissolves or seems to disappear in a solution is called the?

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solute

Front

The pH of vinegar is 2.5. What type of substance is vinegar?

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strong acid

Front

What is the pH scale used for?

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To measure the acidity or basicity of a solution.

Front

What is a base?

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A substance that accepts protons or donates electron pairs.

Front

What is the pH of a neutral solution?

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7

Front

What is an indicator?

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A substance that changes color in response to pH changes.

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What is the difference between a strong acid and a weak acid?

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Strong acids completely dissociate in solution, while weak acids only partially dissociate.