Properties of acids and bases
🧪 Properties of Acids:
Taste – Sour in taste (like lemon, vinegar).
Touch – Corrosive, can burn or sting.
Litmus Test – Turns blue litmus paper red.
Reaction with Metals – Produces hydrogen gas.
pH Level – Less than 7.
🧴 Properties of Bases:
Taste – Bitter in taste (like baking soda).
Touch – Slippery or soapy to touch.
Litmus Test – Turns red litmus paper blue.
Reaction with Acids – Neutralizes acids to form salt and water.
pH Level – Greater than 7.
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