Acids and Bases Flashcards
1
Q
Brønsted-Lowry Theory
A
An acid is a proton (H+) donor
A base is a proton (H+) acceptor
2
Q
Strong Acid
A
An acid that ionises completely in an aqueous solution
3
Q
Strong Base
A
A base that dissociates completely in an aqueous solution
4
Q
Weak Acid
A
An acid that ionises partially in an aqueous solution
5
Q
Weak Base
A
A base that dissociates partially in an aqueous solution
6
Q
Concentrated Acid
A
A large amount of solute dissolved in a small amount of water
7
Q
Dilute Acid
A
A small amount of solute dissolved in a large amount of water
8
Q
Salt
A
A substance in which the hydrogen has been replaced by a cation
