Acids Flashcards
When an acid is added to water what ion is released into the soltution
H+/ Hydrogen Ion
Define Acid
Proton Donor
Describe the dissociation of a strong acid
Full dissociation
Define Base
Proton acceptor
Whic base is used to treat indigestion
MgOH
What are alkalis
Bases that can dissolve in water to form aqueous hydroxide ions
What are amphoteric substances
Substances that can act as acids and bases
Metal Carbonate + Acid =
Salt + CO2 + H2O
What is a salt
A compound that is formed when H+ of an ion is replaced by a metal ion or positive ion
Metal Oxide + Acid =
Salt + H20
What is formed when acid reacts with alkali
Salt + H20
Metal + Acid =
Salt + H2
Why are the products the same when acid reacts with alkali or metal oxides
Both alkali and metal oxides are types of bases
How are ammonium salts formed
When acid reacts with aqueous ammonia
What are hydrated crystals
A crystaline structure containing water