Acids and Alkalis - Properties

Name the acid found naturally in citrus fruits.

• Ethanoic Acid

• Sulphuric Acid

• Citric Acid

• Hydrochloric Acid

What is the taste of acids?

What is the taste of alkalis?

Ethanoic acid (vinegar) is commonly used for cooking.

• True

• False

Acids can be corrosive and must be handled with care.

• True

• False

Acids turn red litmus paper blue.

• True

• False

Alkalis belong to a larger class of chemicals called bases.

• True

• False

Alkalis are used for making soaps.

• True

• False

Ammonia is a corrosive alkali.

• True

• False

Lemons and oranges taste sour due to the presence of nitric acid.

• True

• False