PH Scale

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What is the pH scale?

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The pH scale is a measure of how acidic or basic a solution is, ranging from 0 (very acidic) to 14 (very basic), with 7 being neutral.

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What is considered an acidic solution?

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An acidic solution has a pH less than 7.

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What is considered a basic solution?

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A basic solution has a pH greater than 7.

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What is the pH of pure water?

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The pH of pure water is 7, which is considered neutral.

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What does a pH of 0 indicate?

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A pH of 0 indicates a very strong acid.

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What does a pH of 14 indicate?

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A pH of 14 indicates a very strong base.

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What is a neutral solution?

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A neutral solution is one that has a pH of 7, meaning it is neither acidic nor basic.

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What is an example of a common acidic substance?

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Lemon juice is a common acidic substance.

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What is an example of a common basic substance?

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Baking soda is a common basic substance.

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What happens to pH when an acid is added to a solution?

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When an acid is added to a solution, the pH decreases (becomes more acidic).