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What is an acid?
What is an acid?
- A compound that releases hydroxide ions when dissolved in water
- A compound that releases hydrogen ions when dissolved in water (correct)
- A compound that is neutral on the pH scale
- A compound that is basic in nature
What makes a solution basic?
What makes a solution basic?
- Release of hydrogen ions
- Release of hydroxide ions (correct)
- Low pH value
- Presence of salt molecules
What happens when an acid and a base react?
What happens when an acid and a base react?
- They form a strong acid
- They form a gas
- They form a salt and water (correct)
- They form a neutral solution
What is the pH value of a neutral solution?
What is the pH value of a neutral solution?
How is the strength of an acid or base measured?
How is the strength of an acid or base measured?