Acids and Bases Flashcards
In neutralisation reactions, which 2 things react to produce water?
H+ ions and OH- ions
Complete:
H+ (aq) + OH- (aq)
H2O (l)
Which end of the pH scale is acidic?
Less than 7
What do hydroxide ions (OH-) make solutions?
Alkaline
What do hydrogen ions make solutions?
Acidic
What are ammonium salts important for?
Fertilisers
What does ammonia produce when dissolved in water?
An alkaline solution
What’s ammonia used to produce?
Ammonium salts
What are the 2 types of bases?
Metal oxides
Hydroxides
What salt does hydrochloric acid produce?
Chloride
What salt does nitric acid produce?
Nitrate
What salt does sulfuric acid produce?
Sulfate
Acid + alkali =?
Salt + water
Metal carbonate + acid =?
Salt + water + carbon dioxide
Metal + acid =?
Salt + hydrogen