The pH Scale & Neutralisation Flashcards
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Which ion do acids produce in aqueous solution?
Hydrogen ions, .
Which ion is present in aqueous solutions of alkalis?
Hydroxide ions, .
Write the ionic equation for the neutralisation of an acid by an alkali.
What does the pH scale measure, and what do pH 7, below 7 and above 7 mean?
Acidity or alkalinity, from 0 to 14: pH 7 is neutral, below 7 is acidic, above 7 is alkaline.
What two methods can be used to measure the pH of a solution?
Universal indicator (or a wide range indicator) for an approximate pH, or a pH probe/meter for an accurate value.
What colour is universal indicator in a strongly acidic, a neutral and an alkaline solution?
Red in strongly acidic, green in neutral, blue/purple in alkaline solution.
True or false? Diluting a strong acid with water can raise its pH above 7.
False. Adding water lowers the hydrogen ion concentration so the pH increases towards 7, but the solution stays acidic.