Acids and Bases Flashcards
1
Q
What is the Bronsted-Lowrey definition of an acid and a base.
A
An acid is a proton donor while a base is a proton acceptor
2
Q
Define Monoprotic
A
A single hydrogen ion is donated
3
Q
Define diprotic
A
Two hydrogen ions are donated
4
Q
Define Amphiprotic
A
A substance that can donate or accept a proton.
5
Q
Strong Acid examples
A
-Hydrochloric Acid (HCl)
-sulphuric Acid (H2SO4)
-Nitric Acid (HNO3)
remember HSN Acids
6
Q
Weak Acid Examples
A
-Ethanoic (CH3COOH)
-Carbonic Acid (H2CO3)
remember EC
7
Q
Strong Base Examples
A
-Sodium Hydroxide (NaOH)
8
Q
Weak Base Examples
A
-Ammonia (NH3)