Module 2 Chapter 4 (part 1) Flashcards
What do all acids contain in there formula
They all contain hydrogen in their formulae
What happens when acids are dissolved in water
They release H+ ions into the water
What is the Bronstead Lowry definition of an acid
They are proton donors
What is the formula of ethanoic acid
CH3COOH
What is a strong acid
A strong acid completely disassociates when dissolved in water. All molecules release H+ ions
What is a weak acid
A weak acid partially dissociates when dissolved in water. Only a small proportion of the molecules release H+ ions.
What happens to the H+ ions released
The H+ ion will then join with a water molecule making a hydroxenium ion.
What is the equation for a hydroxenium ion forming
H+ (aq) + H2O (l) <-> H3O +
What happens when the acid is stronger
The more free H+ ions are released into solution. The greater the number of free H+ ions.
What does a greater number of H+ ions in the solution mean
It means that the PH value of the acid will be lower.
What are most organic acids
They are weak acids
What is the definition of a base
A base neutralises an acid to form a salt
What is the definition of an alkali
An alkali is a soluble base that releases OH- ions into solution.
what happens in a neutralisation reaction
H+ ions react with a base to form a slat and water.
What is the ionic equation for all neutralisation reactions
H+ + OH- -> H2O