Common Acids and Bases in Daily Life
Chemistry ⇒ Acids, Bases, and Salts
Common Acids and Bases in Daily Life starts at 7 and continues till grade 12.
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Describe the role of acids and bases in neutralization reactions in daily life.
Explain why antacids are used to relieve indigestion.
Explain why baking soda is used in baking cakes.
Explain why vinegar is used to clean kettles and remove limescale.
Is ammonia solution acidic or basic?
Is milk of magnesia acidic or basic?
Name a base that is used in the manufacture of paper.
A student accidentally spills lemon juice (which contains citric acid) on a marble countertop. The marble is mainly composed of calcium carbonate. Explain the chemical reaction that takes place and why the marble surface may get damaged.
Which of the following household substances is basic in nature?
(1) Lemon juice
(2) Soap solution
(3) Tomato juice
(4) Apple juice
Which of the following is a base used in household cleaning products?
(1) Hydrochloric acid
(2) Sodium hydroxide
(3) Acetic acid
(4) Citric acid
Which of the following is a base used to neutralize acid spills in laboratories?
(1) Sodium chloride
(2) Sodium hydroxide
(3) Calcium carbonate
(4) Magnesium sulfate
Which of the following is a common acid found in citrus fruits?
(1) Acetic acid
(2) Citric acid
(3) Sulfuric acid
(4) Hydrochloric acid
Fill in the blank: The acid present in apples is ________.
Fill in the blank: The acid present in soft drinks is ________.
Fill in the blank: The acid present in tomatoes is ________.
Fill in the blank: The acid present in vinegar is ________.
True or False: Acids have a bitter taste.
True or False: Acids turn blue litmus paper red.
True or False: All acids are dangerous and should not be touched.
True or False: Ammonia solution is used to clean glass surfaces because it is a base.
