FC5 Acids and Bases Flashcards
1
Q
What element is in all acids
A
Hydrogen
2
Q
When acids dissolve in water, what ion is released
A
H+
3
Q
What is a strong acid
A
Releases all its hydrogen atoms into solutions into as H+ ions- completely dissociates
4
Q
What is a weak acid
A
Releases a small proportion of it available hydrogen atoms into solution- partially dissociates
5
Q
What is an example of a strong acid
A
HCl
6
Q
What is an example of a weak acid
A
Ethanoic acid
7
Q
What are the 4 general base groups
A
- Metal oxides
- Metal hydroxides
- Metal carbonates
- Ammonia
8
Q
When a base neutralises an acid what is formed
A
Salt
9
Q
Is an alkali a base
A
Yes
10
Q
When an alkali dissolves, in water what is released
A
OH-
