Acids Flashcards
HCl?
Hydrochloric Acid
HNO3?
Nitric acid
H2SO4?
Sulfuric Acid
HCOOH?
Methanoic acid
CH3COOH?
Ethanoic acid
What is the definition of a strong acid?
Fully dissociated in solution
What is the definition of a weak acid?
Partially dissociated in solution
What is the definition of an acid?
Proton (H+) doners
What is the definition of a base?
Chemical opposite to acids - proton acceptors
What are some examples of bases?
Metal oxides, metal hydroxides, ammonium hydroxide, metal carbonates, ammonia
What two products are formed in neutralisation reactions?
A salt and water
What do all acids do?
Release H+ ions (protons) when added to water
What is the general equation for bases?
B + H2O - BH+ + OH-
What is the general equation for acids?
HA + H2O - H3O+ + A-
What do all bases do when added to water?
Accept H+ ions