Neutralization Reactions

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What is a neutralization reaction?

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

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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 (acidic) to 14 (basic), with 7 being neutral.

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What is the formula for calculating pH from hydroxide ion concentration?

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pH = 14 - pOH, where pOH = -log[OH-].

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What is the molarity of a solution?

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Molarity (M) is the number of moles of solute per liter of solution.

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What is the Brønsted-Lowry theory of acids and bases?

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It defines acids as proton donors and bases as proton acceptors.

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

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The pH decreases, indicating an increase in acidity.

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What is the role of an indicator in a titration?

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An indicator changes color at a specific pH level, signaling the endpoint of the titration.

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What is the endpoint of a titration?

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The point at which the reaction between the acid and base is complete, often indicated by a color change.

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How do you calculate the molarity of an unknown acid using titration data?

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Use the formula: M1V1 = M2V2, where M is molarity and V is volume.

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What safety measures should be taken when handling corrosive substances?

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Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and know the locations of safety equipment.