Strength of Acids and Bases (VCE SSCE Chemistry): Flashcards

Substances that donate protons (H⁺ ions)

Substances that accept protons (H⁺ ions)

Ionise completely (complete ionisation)

$\text{HCl}$, $\text{HNO}_3$, $\text{H}_2\text{SO}_4$

Ionise only partially (partial ionisation)

Ethanoic acid ($\text{CH}_3\text{COOH}$)

Single arrow (→)

Double arrow (⇌)

Ammonia ($\text{NH}_3$)

Stronger the acid, weaker its conjugate base