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Which of the following is a property of acids?
Which of the following is a property of acids?
Bases turn blue litmus paper red.
Bases turn blue litmus paper red.
False
What gas is produced when acids react with metals?
What gas is produced when acids react with metals?
hydrogen gas
Acids react with carbonates to release __________ gas.
Acids react with carbonates to release __________ gas.
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Match the following properties with either acids or bases:
Match the following properties with either acids or bases:
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Study Notes
Indicators
- Indicators are substances that change color in the presence of acids or bases.
Properties of Acids
- Acids have a sour taste.
- Acid molecules contain hydrogen ions (H+).
- Acids react with metals to produce hydrogen gas.
- Acids react with carbonates to release carbon dioxide gas.
- Blue litmus turns red in an acid.
Uses of Acids
- Used in the production of fertilizers.
- Used in the production of explosives, oil purification, and medicines.
- Used in the preparation of various chloride salts.
- Used in batteries (e.g., sulfuric acid).
- Used for water sterilization.
- Used in making white paper from wood pulp.
Properties of Bases (Alkalines)
- Bases have a bitter taste.
- Bases are slippery to the touch.
- Bases contain hydroxide ions (OH-).
- Metal oxides are generally basic.
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Test your knowledge on the properties, uses, and indicators of acids and bases. This quiz covers essential concepts about their chemical behavior and applications in various fields. Challenge yourself and see how well you understand the fundamental principles of chemistry!
