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When acids dissolve in water, they produce hydrogen ions (H+), which confer acidic properties. Conversely, bases generate hydroxide ions (OH-). This section explores the behavior of acids and bases in solution, their ionization, the exothermic nature of their dissolution, and the concept of neutralization.
Acids and bases exhibit distinct behaviors when dissolved in water. Acids are substances that release hydrogen ions (H+) when dissolved, contributing to their acidic character, while bases yield hydroxide ions (OH-), indicating their alkaline nature. This ionization is critical in defining their chemical properties and reactions.
This section lays the foundation for understanding the behavior of acids and bases in practical applications and daily life, including their role in neutralization reactions and their effects on living organisms.
Ionization: The process of dissociation of acids and bases in water to form ions.
Electrolytes: Substances that produce ions that can carry electric current in a solution.
pH Scale: A logarithmic scale used to measure the acidity or basicity of a solution.
Acids release H+, bases bring OH, in water solutions they certainly flow.
Imagine a thirsty acid that drinks water and blossoms into H+ ions, while a base sprinkles OH- like fairy dust; together they create reactions everywhere.
Remember 'A's for Acids (H+) and 'B's for Bases (OH-)!
HCl dissolving in water produces H+ and Cl- ions.
NaOH dissolving in water produces Na+ and OH- ions.
Term: Acid
Definition: A substance that produces H+ ions when dissolved in water.
A substance that produces H+ ions when dissolved in water.
Term: Base
Definition: A substance that produces OH- ions when dissolved in water.
A substance that produces OH- ions when dissolved in water.
Term: pH Scale
Definition: A measure of the acidity or basicity of a solution, ranging from 0 to 14.
A measure of the acidity or basicity of a solution, ranging from 0 to 14.
Term: Ionization
Definition: The process of producing ions from a substance when it is dissolved in a solvent.
The process of producing ions from a substance when it is dissolved in a solvent.
Term: Electrolyte
Definition: A substance that produces ions in solution and can conduct electricity.
A substance that produces ions in solution and can conduct electricity.