Properties of Acids and Bases

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What is the pH scale range?

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0-14

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What property is not associated with acids?

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Turns litmus paper blue.

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What is a characteristic taste of acids?

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Sour taste.

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What is the pH of a basic solution?

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More than 7.

Front

Which ion is more present in a basic solution?

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OH-.

Front

What is the taste of bases?

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Bitter.

Front

What color does litmus paper turn in an acidic solution?

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Red.

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What color does litmus paper turn in a basic solution?

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Blue.

Front

What is the effect of acids on metals?

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They react with metals.

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What is the effect of bases on fats and oils?

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They can emulsify fats and oils.