acids Flashcards
all about acids
1
Q
Definition
A
An acid is a substance that can donate a proton (H⁺ ion) to another substance or that can accept an electron pair in reactions.
2
Q
Ph value
A
Acidic solutions has a Ph lesser than 7: pH < 7
3
Q
Properties of Acids
A
- Sour Taste
- pH Value
- Acids turn blue litmus red
- Conductivity
4
Q
Strong Acids
A
Completely ionize in solution.
Examples:
Hydrochloric acid (HCl), sulfuric acid (H₂SO₄), nitric acid (HNO₃)
5
Q
Weak Acids
A
Partially ionize in solution.
Examples:
Acetic acid (CH₃COOH), citric acid (C₆H₈O₇), formic acid (HCOOH).
