Acids and Alkalis Flashcards
Vinegar, oranges and lemons all contain an acid or alkali?
Acids
Toothpaste, soap and bleach all contain an acid or alkali?
Alkali
What is the main hazard linked to acids?
They will burn your eye or skin
Which acid is found in vinegar?
Ethanoic acid
Which acid is found in citrus fruits such as lemons and limes?
Citric acid
Which acid is found in your stomach?
Hydrochloric acid
How can we dilute acids and alkalis?
By adding water to them
What is the scientific name for acid particles?
H+ (Hydrogen ions)
What is the scientific name for alkalis particles?
OH- (Hydroxide ions)
What metal is most reactive in the reactivity series?
Potassium
Metal + Acid ->
Salt + Hydrogen
How can we make salts?
Metal + Acid
Acid + Alkali
Base + Alkali