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Which statement best describes the pH of pure water?

A
It is neutral because the concentration of hydronium ions equals that of hydroxide ions.
B
It is neutral because the pure liquid contains neither hydronium ions nor hydroxide ions.
C
It is acidic because it has a hydronium ion concentration of .
Option C
D
It is basic because it has a hydroxide ion concentration of .
Option D
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Which is a property of acids in aqueous solutions?

A
They feel soapy.
B
They taste bitter.
C
They increase the concentration of H+ ions.
D
They decrease the concentration of H+ ions.
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Which best describes the definition of Lewis acids and bases?

A
a general definition based on electron structure
B
a general definition based on hydrogen ion concentration
C
a specific definition based on a compound’s ability to accept protons
D
a specific definition based on a compound’s ability to donate protons
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What is the definition of a Lewis acid?

A
a substance that accepts electrons to form a covalent bond
B
a substance that donates electrons to form a covalent bond
C
a substance that accepts a proton
D
a substance that donates a proton
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Which of these acids occurs naturally in the body and performs important regulatory functions?

A
carbonic acid
B
acetic acid
C
magnesium hydroxide
D
sodium hydroxide
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What is a base used in deodorants?

A
sorbitol
B
carrageenan
C
magnesium hydroxide
D
sodium lauryl sulfate
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Which statement describes the Arrhenius interpretation of acids and bases?

A
It has a wider range of applications than the Bronsted-Lowry interpretation.
B
It has a wider range of applications than the Lewis and Bronsted-Lowry interpretations.
C
It is used in situations that involve bases that do not produce hydroxide ions.
D
It is limited to situations that involve aqueous solutions or specific compounds.
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What is the Arrhenius definition of an acid?

A
A substance that increases H3O+ concentration when it is dissolved in water.
B
A substance that increases OH– concentration when it is dissolved in water.
C
A compound that donates protons.
D
A compound that accepts protons.

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