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What is a characteristic of acids?
What is a characteristic of acids?
- They have a sour taste (correct)
- They turn red litmus paper into blue
- They have a bitter taste
- They have a soapy texture
What is the purpose of reagents in detecting acids and bases?
What is the purpose of reagents in detecting acids and bases?
- To neutralize a substance
- To change the color of a substance
- To change the pH of a substance
- To identify the presence of an acid or base (correct)
What is the pH range of acidic substances?
What is the pH range of acidic substances?
- 0-7 (correct)
- 7-14
- Less than 0
- 0-14
What happens when litmus paper reacts with an acid solution?
What happens when litmus paper reacts with an acid solution?
What is the taste of basic substances?
What is the taste of basic substances?
What is the pH of a neutral substance?
What is the pH of a neutral substance?
What is the primary function of hydrochloric acid in the human body?
What is the primary function of hydrochloric acid in the human body?
What is the result of mixing an acid with a base?
What is the result of mixing an acid with a base?
What is the purpose of sodium hydroxide in household cleaners?
What is the purpose of sodium hydroxide in household cleaners?
Why is it necessary to wear protective clothing when handling strong acids and bases?
Why is it necessary to wear protective clothing when handling strong acids and bases?
What is a common use of magnesium sulfate (Epsom salt)?
What is a common use of magnesium sulfate (Epsom salt)?
What is a characteristic of most salts?
What is a characteristic of most salts?