Properties of Acids and Bases

Question 1

Which of these acids occurs naturally in the body and performs important regulatory functions?

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carbonic acid

Question 2

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 3

The reaction below demonstrates which characteristic of a base?

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the ability of a base to react with a soluble metal salt

Question 4

When does phenolphthalein turn pink?

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in the presence of a base

Question 5

Which of the following best defines an acid?

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An acid has more hydrogen ions in solution.

Question 6

Which pair of substances would most likely result in the production of a solid when reacting with a base?

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soluble metal salt and carbon dioxide

Question 7

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

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hydrochloric acid

Question 8

Which is a property of acids in aqueous solutions?

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They increase the concentration of H+ ions.

Question 9

Which statement would indicate the presence of an acid?

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It reacts with active metals to form a gas.

Question 10

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

Revolt · Accepted Answer

carbonic acid

Properties of Acids and Bases Answers