Acids, Alkalis and the pH scale

What type of acid is contained in car batteries?

• Ethanoic acid

• Sulfuric acid

• Citric acid

• Hydrochloric acid

Which acid is found in the stomach?

• Sulfuric acid

• Carbonic acid

• Hydrochloric acid

• Nitric acid

What common property do all acids share?

• They are all bitter

• They are all sweet

• They are all sour

• They are all salty

Which of the following is NOT an example of an alkali?

• Soap

• Vinegar

• Toothpaste

• Bleach

What do safety glasses protect against when handling acids and alkalis?

• Improving vision

• Protecting against light

• Shielding from splashes

• Enhancing style

What is the common component of all acids?

• Oxygen

• Carbon

• Hydrogen

• Nitrogen

What does the pH scale measure?

• The strength of electrical current

• The strength of acids and alkalis

• The temperature of a solution

• The viscosity of a liquid

Which color does the universal indicator turn in a strong acid?

• Blue

• Red

• Green

• Purple

What is the pH value of a neutral solution?

• 0

• 10

• 14

• 7

Which of the following is a strong alkali?

• Toothpaste

• Soap

• Bleach

• Vinegar