Chemistry - Acids and Alkalis Flashcards
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What are acids?
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Acids are substances that produce hydrogen ions when they are added to water.
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When acids are added to water, what do they produce?
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They produce hydrogen ions, H+(aq) in the solution
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What are bases?
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Bases are substances that will neutralise acids
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What is the pH scale?
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The pH scale shows how acidic or alkaline a solution is
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