1.3 - Strong vs. Weak Acids
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Practice Questions
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What defines a strong acid?
💡 Hint: Think about how well it releases H⁺ ions.
Name a common example of a weak acid.
💡 Hint: What do we use in salad dressing?
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Which of the following is a strong acid?
💡 Hint: Think about how they behave in water.
True or False: Weak acids have low pH values.
💡 Hint: Consider what lower pH values typically imply.
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If a solution contains 0.1 M hydrochloric acid, what would be the pH and why?
💡 Hint: Use the pH formula and consider the dissociation.
Evaluate the potential impact of using a weak acid in an industrial process versus a strong acid.
💡 Hint: Consider the dissociation and how it affects reaction speed.
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