Introduction to Acids and Bases (Leaving Cert Chemistry): Flashcards
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Latin origin of word 'acid'
Latin origin of word 'acid'
Acidus (meaning sour)
Effect of acids on blue litmus paper
Effect of acids on blue litmus paper
Turns red
Effect of bases on red litmus paper
Effect of bases on red litmus paper
Turns blue
Definition of alkalis
Definition of alkalis
Bases that dissolve in water
Where formic acid (methanoic acid) is found
Where formic acid (methanoic acid) is found
Nettle stings and ant bites
Where citric acid is found
Where citric acid is found
Citrus fruits like lemons and oranges
Ascorbic acid is
Ascorbic acid is
Vitamin C
Acid in vinegar
Acid in vinegar
Acetic acid (ethanoic acid)
Where hydrochloric acid is produced in body
Where hydrochloric acid is produced in body
Stomach (for digestion)
Products of neutralisation reaction
Products of neutralisation reaction
Salt and water
Common name for sodium hydroxide (NaOH)
Common name for sodium hydroxide (NaOH)
Caustic soda
How bases feel to touch
How bases feel to touch
Slippery or soapy
How carbonic acid forms
How carbonic acid forms
Carbon dioxide dissolves in water
Why bases used in cleaning products
Why bases used in cleaning products
React with fats and oils to remove grease
Example base in antacids
Example base in antacids
Calcium carbonate