Chemical Reactions Flashcards
What is a reaction?
Two substances fusing together
How can heat affect reaction?
It can speed it up
Are acids and alkalis dangerous?
They can be corrosive
What is an acid?
Below seven on the PH scale
What is an alkali?
Above seven on the PH scale
What is a neutral?
Seven on the PH scale
What is a base?
A base can react with a acid to create a base
What does neutralisation create?
Salt and water
Can metal react with an acid
Yes and it creates Salt and hydrogen
What are two types of acid and alkali?
Concentrated and dilute
What is litmus paper?
A paper that turns red or blue depending on what is poured on it
How many levels are on the Universal indicator
14 levels 1-7 acid 7-14 alkali 7 neutral
What is a concentrated acid/alkali?
Lots of acid/alkali particles for water
What is a dilute acid/alkali?
Low amount of acid/alkali particles for water.
What does blue litmus paper turn into?
Pink litmus paper