Useful way to measure the strengths of acids and bases
Ph
Generates H+ Ions when dissolved in water
Acids
Generates OH- when dissolved in water
Base
• A strong ___ more readily donates a proton than a weak acid
• A strong __more readily accepts a proton than a weak base
Acid
Base
Solution for measuring pH
pH = -log ( H+)
(H+) Units : moles/ liter
Is water a acid or base?
What is the pH level
Its neutral
7
If the pH is less than 7 It’s an ___
If its greater it is ___
Acid
Base