8.4 – The pH Scale 8.4.1 - Distinguish between aqueous solutions that are acidic, neutral or alkaline using the pH scale The pH scale is used to give a scale of how acidic or alkaline a solution is based on the concentration of H+ ions in solution. Any solution with...
Properties of Acids and Bases Outline the characteristic properties of acids and bases in aqueous solution Note that an alkali is a base that dissolves in water. Reactions of Acids Reaction with a metal to form a salt and hydrogen gas. Exceptions are Cu, Hg and Ag....
Theories of Acids and Bases Define acids and bases according to the Bronsted-Lowry and Lewis theories There are two main theories that exist for classifying acids and bases: that of Bronsted and Lowry, and the Lewis theory. Both are used. The Bronsted-Lowry Theory is...