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What indicates the presence of an acid when testing a solution with red litmus paper?
What indicates the presence of an acid when testing a solution with red litmus paper?
- The paper turns pink
- The paper turns blue
- The paper remains red (correct)
- The paper turns yellow
Which of the following statements is true about distilled water after exposure to air?
Which of the following statements is true about distilled water after exposure to air?
- It always stays neutral with a pH of 7
- It becomes basic with a pH above 7
- It can become slightly acidic with a pH around 5.8 (correct)
- It loses its neutral properties permanently
What happens when curd is kept in brass or copper vessels?
What happens when curd is kept in brass or copper vessels?
- The curd remains unchanged
- The curd becomes tastier
- Toxic substances are formed (correct)
- The curd absorbs metal ions
What is the gas typically released when an acid reacts with a metal?
What is the gas typically released when an acid reacts with a metal?
Why do acids like HCl exhibit acidic behavior in water?
Why do acids like HCl exhibit acidic behavior in water?
Which chemical equation represents the reaction of calcium carbonate with hydrochloric acid?
Which chemical equation represents the reaction of calcium carbonate with hydrochloric acid?
Why do alcohol and glucose not show acidic properties in water?
Why do alcohol and glucose not show acidic properties in water?
What does the presence of ions in an aqueous solution allow it to do?
What does the presence of ions in an aqueous solution allow it to do?
What effect does dry HCl gas have on dry litmus paper?
What effect does dry HCl gas have on dry litmus paper?
Which of the following best describes the pH scale?
Which of the following best describes the pH scale?
What is the primary focus of Chapter 2 in Class 10 Science?
What is the primary focus of Chapter 2 in Class 10 Science?
How many questions from Chapter 2 are typically asked in the Class 10 examination?
How many questions from Chapter 2 are typically asked in the Class 10 examination?
Which activity is emphasized to enhance understanding in Chapter 2?
Which activity is emphasized to enhance understanding in Chapter 2?
What should students do to improve their performance in questions from Chapter 2?
What should students do to improve their performance in questions from Chapter 2?
Which type of questions are frequently included in assessments related to this chapter?
Which type of questions are frequently included in assessments related to this chapter?
What is the suggested resource for students to prepare for Chapter 2 effectively?
What is the suggested resource for students to prepare for Chapter 2 effectively?
What type of concepts does Chapter 2 aim to clarify for students?
What type of concepts does Chapter 2 aim to clarify for students?
Why is Chapter 2 considered important for scoring in exams?
Why is Chapter 2 considered important for scoring in exams?
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Study Notes
Chapter Overview
- Focuses on the nature, behavior, and reactions of acids, bases, and salts.
- Includes practical experiments to illustrate chemical properties.
- Important for Class 10 exam preparation, with 3-4 questions often asked from this chapter.
Key Concepts
- Acids, Bases, and Salts: Key compounds in chemistry with distinct properties and reactions.
- pH Scale: Distilled water initially has a pH of 7, but can turn slightly acidic (pH 5.8) after absorbing CO2.
Practical Applications
- Litmus Test: Identifies acid or base in solutions using red litmus paper.
- Red paper turns blue in basic solutions and remains red in acidic solutions.
Essential Questions and Solutions
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Acidity in Metals: Reaction of acid with metal produces salt and hydrogen.
- Example reaction: Metal + Acid → Salt + Hydrogen Gas.
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Curd and Sour Substances: Should not be stored in brass or copper due to potential toxic reactions with acids.
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Gas Identification:
- Example: Calcium Carbonate (CaCO3) reacts with hydrochloric acid to produce CO2 gas.
- Balanced reaction: CaCO3 + 2HCl → CaCl2 + CO2 + H2O.
Acid Characteristics
- Dissociation in Water: Acids like HCl and HNO3 dissolve in water, producing H+ ions, which impart acidic properties.
- Non-acids: Compounds like glucose or alcohol do not show acidity as their hydrogen does not dissociate into ions in water.
Conductivity and Behavior
- Electrical Conductivity: Aqueous solutions of acids conduct electricity due to the presence of ions.
- Dry HCl Gas and Litmus: Does not change the color of dry litmus paper, as it does not release H+ ions in gas form.
Study Resources
- Access to NCERT Solutions, important questions, chapter notes, and practice PDFs recommended for comprehensive understanding and exam preparation.
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