Random CHEM stuff Flashcards

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What’s the difference between a strong electrolyte and weak electrolyte?

A

Strong electrolyte = solutes that mostly occur as ions
Weak electrolyte = solutes that mostly occur as neutral molecules

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What makes an acid and what makes a base?

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Acid = donates protons
Base = receives protons

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The chemical formula for an acid will always have one of these two things.

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  • H first (e.g HCL)
  • COOH group
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What is the definition of a salt?

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Ionic compound where cation comes from base and anion comes from acid.

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