Acids and Bases

Front

A compound that changes color when it is in contact with an acid or base is called ____________

Back

Indicator

Front

If an acid is combined with a base of equal strength, the result will most likely be ____________

Back

a neutral solution.

Front

The pH of a solution is tested, and it is found to be a basic solution. What could the pH have been?

Back

9

Front

What pH number would be an example of a mild acid?

Back

5

Front

What is the pH range of acids?

Back

0 to 6.9

Front

What is the pH range of bases?

Back

7.1 to 14

Front

What is a neutral solution's pH?

Back

7

Front

What is an example of a strong acid?

Back

Hydrochloric acid (HCl) or Sulfuric acid (H2SO4)

Front

What is an example of a strong base?

Back

Sodium hydroxide (NaOH) or Potassium hydroxide (KOH)

Front

What happens when an acid reacts with a base?

Back

They neutralize each other, forming water and a salt.