Acids and Bases (Grade 12 NSC Matric Physical Sciences): Flashcards

Increases $\text{H}_3\text{O}^+$ concentration in water

Increases $\text{OH}^-$ concentration in water

Proton ($\text{H}^+$) donor

Proton ($\text{H}^+$) acceptor

Can act as acid or base depending on reaction

Differ by one $\text{H}^+$ and charge of +1

Almost completely dissociates to form ions

Only small percentage dissociates to form ions

Ratio of dissolved substance to solvent

Very large (>$1 \times 10^9$)