Acids and Bases Flashcards
1
Q
Define: acid
A
a compound that creates hydronium ions when dissolved in water
2
Q
Define: base
A
a compound that makes OH- when dissolved in water
3
Q
When found in foods, an acid tastes ______
A
sour
4
Q
When found in foods, a base tastes __________
A
bitter
5
Q
An acid will turn litmus paper _____
A
red
6
Q
A base will turn litmus paper ________
A
blue
