Acids + Alkalines Flashcards

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What is an acid?

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An acid is a substance that give protons in a solution

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What are 2 characteristics of acids?

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Sour taste and ability to turn blue litmus paper red

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What is an alkaline?

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An alkaline is a substance that accepts protons or gives hydroxide ions in a solution

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What are 2 characteristics of alkalines?

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Bitter taste and ability to turn red litmus paper blue

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