12 Questions
Which statement best describes a Bronsted acid?
A substance that donates a proton
What characterizes an amphiprotic substance?
It can act as both an acid and a base
In a neutralization reaction, what is formed?
Salt and water
What differentiates a strong acid from a weak acid?
Strong acids release all protons available
Which characteristic applies to a weak base?
Only partially accepts protons in water
What is the main function of a buffer solution?
To resist changes in pH when acid or base is added
What is the ion product of water, also known as Kw, defined as?
The product of hydrogen ions and hydroxide ions concentrations in water
How is the self-ionization of water represented?
H2O <-> H3O+ + OH-
What is the pH of a solution with a pH value below 7?
Acidity
In pure water, what is the relationship between the concentrations of hydronium ions and hydroxide ions?
Hydronium ions are equal to hydroxide ions
What role does water play in maintaining the pH balance in living organisms?
Acting as a buffer to resist changes in pH
How can the acidity of a solution be calculated using the ion product of water?
$pH = -log\left[H^+\right]$
Explore the fundamentals of Bronsted-Lowry theory, which provides a broader understanding of acids and bases. Learn about Bronsted acids, substances that donate protons, and Bronsted bases, substances that accept protons in chemical reactions. Dive into the concept of conjugate acid-base pairs formed during reactions.
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