10.1 Introduction to Acids and Bases

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What are strong acids?

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Acids that dissociate completely in water, producing a high concentration of hydrogen ions (H+). Examples include hydrochloric acid (HCl) and sulfuric acid (H2SO4).

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What are weak acids?

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Acids that partially dissociate in water, resulting in a lower concentration of hydrogen ions (H+). Examples include acetic acid (CH3COOH) and citric acid.

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What are electrolytes?

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Substances that dissociate into ions in solution and can conduct electricity. Common examples include salts, acids, and bases.

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How do electrolytes conduct electricity?

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Electrolytes conduct electricity by allowing ions to move freely in solution, which carries electric charge.

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What is the taste of dilute bases?

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Dilute bases typically taste bitter.

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What is the taste of dilute acids?

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Dilute acids typically taste sour.

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What is a neutralization reaction?

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A chemical reaction between an acid and a base that produces salt and water.

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What happens when an acid reacts with a metal?

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Acids can react with certain metals (like calcium) to produce hydrogen gas.

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What is the pH scale?

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A scale that measures the acidity or basicity of a solution, ranging from 0 (strongly acidic) to 14 (strongly basic), with 7 being neutral.

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What is a strong base?

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A base that dissociates completely in water, producing a high concentration of hydroxide ions (OH-). Examples include sodium hydroxide (NaOH) and potassium hydroxide (KOH).