Acids and Bases: Properties and Characteristics
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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?

  • 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?

  • 0-7 (correct)
  • 7-14
  • Less than 0
  • 0-14

What happens when litmus paper reacts with an acid solution?

<p>It turns red (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the taste of basic substances?

<p>Bitter (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the pH of a neutral substance?

<p>Exactly 7 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of hydrochloric acid in the human body?

<p>To break down food during the digestion process (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of mixing an acid with a base?

<p>The production of salt and water (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of sodium hydroxide in household cleaners?

<p>To break down fats and oils (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it necessary to wear protective clothing when handling strong acids and bases?

<p>To protect hands and eyes from harm (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common use of magnesium sulfate (Epsom salt)?

<p>To calm the muscles in bathing (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of most salts?

<p>They have a high melting point and are conductive (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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