| Term | Definition |
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Acids Properties |
React with most metals to produce H2 gas; Form H30+ions (hydronium); Taste sour; Conduct electricity when dissolved in H20; Effect indicators; Fall 1-7 on ph scale; Corrosive to animal tissue |
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Strong acids vs. Weak acids |
The ability to release H+ ions to H30 ions in water. |
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(HCL) |
Hydrochloric acid; Pickeling agent; Clearing bricks; In stomach |
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(H2 SO4) |
Sulfuric acid; Manufacture of paints, plastics, fertilizers; Dehydrating agent |
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(HNO3) |
Nitric acid; Making explosives |
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(H2CO3) |
Carbonic acid; Carbonated beverages |
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(H3PO4) |
Phospheric acid; Carbonated beverages; Making fertilizers + detergents |
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(H3BO3) |
Boric acid; Eye wash; Peticide |
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H(C2H3O2) |
Acetic acid; Films + Fibers |
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(H3C6H5O7) |
Citric acid; Soft drinks + Preservatives |
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(C6H8O8) |
Vitamin C; a.k.a Absorbic acid |