intro to acids and bases Flashcards
1
Q
what defines an acid
A
-leading H
-produces hydronium ions (H^+)
-pH <7
-sour
-forms hydrogen gas when reacting with a metal
-corrosive
-can conduct electricity
2
Q
what defines a base
A
- formula has OH
-produces hydroxide ions in water (OH-)
-pH >7
-bitter
-can conduct electicity
3
Q
what is the ph of water
A
7 meaning its neutral
4
Q
what do indicators such as litmus paper do
A
determine whether a substance is acidic or basic
5
Q
if the litmus paper turns red is the substance a base or acid
A
acid
6
Q
if the litmus paper turns blue is the substance an acid or base
A
base
