Acids, alkalis and salts Flashcards
Which type of ions do acids produce in aqueous solutions?
H+
Acidic solutions have a pH of less than…
7
Which type of ions do alkalis produce in aqueous solutions?
OH-
Alkalis have a pH value of more than…
7
What is the pH value of a neutral substance?
7
What is the colour of a strong acid in universal indicator?
Red
What is the colour of a weak acid in universal indicator?
Orange - red
What is the colour of a neutral solution in universal indicator?
Green
What is the colour of a weak alkali in universal indicator?
Blue
What is the colour of a strong alkali in universal indicator?
Purple
Describe the colour of red litmus paper in acids, neutral solutions, and alkalis.
Red litmus paper:
- Stays red in acids
- Stays red in neutral solutions
- Turns blue in alkali solutions
Describe the colour of blue litmus paper in acids, neutral solutions, and alkalis.
Blue litmus paper:
- Turns red in acids
- Stays blue in neutral solutions
- Stays blue in alkalis
What is a base?
A substance that reacts with an acid to form salt and water
What are the two types of bases?
- Metal oxides
- Metal hydroxides
What are alkalis?
Bases that are soluble in water