Chem - Acids and Bases Flashcards
1
Q
What is a bronsted-lowry acid?
A
A chemical species which donates protons
2
Q
What is a bronsted-lowry base?
A
A chemical species which accepts protons
3
Q
When is an acid considered to be strong?
A
If it dissociates entirely in an aqueous solution, forming oxonium ions (H3O+) and their conjugate base (A-)
4
Q
When is a base considered to be strong?
A
If it dissolves entirely in an aqueous solution to form a molar equivalent of hydroxide ions (OH-)
5
Q
How do you describe the conjugate base of a strong acid?
A
Weak
6
Q
What is a polyphonic acid?
A
An acid that releases multiple moles of hydrogen ions from one mole of acid
