Properties of Acids and Bases

Question 1

H2SO4 is added to a large beaker of water. How is the solution different from the original water?

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The solution turns blue litmus to red.

Question 2

Look at the reaction below.Which substance is the acid in the reaction?

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H2SO4(aq)

Question 3

The main active components of bleach and many other household cleaners are

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bases.

Question 4

Which compound plays an important role in leather processing and electroplating?

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hydrochloric acid

Question 5

Which statement would indicate the presence of an acid?

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It reacts with active metals to form a gas.

Question 6

H2CO3 is used in soft drinks. What is the name of this compound?

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carbonic acid

Question 7

Which of the following best defines an acid?

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An acid has more hydrogen ions in solution.

Question 8

Look at the reaction below.Which substance is the base in the reaction?

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Ca(OH)2 (aq)

Question 9

Which is a characteristic of a strong base?

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It removes H+ ions from solution.

Question 10

When does phenolphthalein turn pink?

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in the presence of a base

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