Properties of Water, pH and Solvents

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What is a covalent bond?

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A bond formed by the sharing of electrons between atoms.

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What do acids have more of compared to bases?

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H+ ions.

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What is a solute?

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A compound that is being dissolved in a solution.

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Which types of compounds dissolve easily in water?

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Polar and Ionic compounds.

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What is the pH scale used for?

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To measure the acidity or basicity of a solution.

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What is a solvent?

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A substance that dissolves a solute, forming a solution.

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What is the difference between a strong acid and a weak acid?

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A strong acid completely dissociates in water, while a weak acid only partially dissociates.

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What is the significance of water's polarity?

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Water's polarity allows it to dissolve many substances, making it a universal solvent.

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

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The pH decreases, indicating increased acidity.