C7 Reactions Of Acids Flashcards
In terms of pH, what is an acid?
A solution with a pH less than 7
In terms of pH what is a neutral solution?
A solution with a pH of 7
In terms of H+ ions, what is an acid?
A substance that releases H+ ions when dissolved in water π
What r the names and formulae of the three main acids?
Hydrochloric acid = HCl
Sulfuric acid = H2SO4
Nitric acid = HNO3
How do u measure the pH of a substance?
Universal Indicator or pH probe
What is a strong acid?
An acid where the molecules completely ionise in water π
What is a weak acid?
An acid where the molecules partially ionise in water π
What is a salt π§?
A compound formed when a metal ion takes the place of a hydrogen ion in an acid
Which type of salts π§ do sulfuric acid, hydrochloric acid and nitric acid form?
Sulfates, chlorides, and nitrates
What are the products of a reaction between a metal π€ and an acid ?
Salt+Hydrogen
What r the products of a metal hydroxide and an acid?
Salt π§ + Water π
What r the products of a reaction between a metal oxide and an acid?
Salt π§ + Water π
What r the products of a reaction between a metal carbonate and an acid?
Salt π§ + Water π + Carbon Dioxide
What is a base?
A substance that reacts with acids in neutralisation reactions
Alkali?
A substance that dissolves in water to form a solution above pH 7