Flashcards
Acids
Substances that release hydrogen ions (H+) in water,
having a sour taste.
Bases
Substances that release hydroxide ions (OH-) in water,
having a bitter taste and soapy feel.
Neutral
A substance that is neither acidic nor basic, with a pH of
7.
pH Scale
A scale that measures how acidic or basic a solution is,
ranging from 0 to 14.
Indicators
Substances that change color to indicate acidity or
basicity of a solution.