Chemistry 5070 · O Level · The characteristic properties of acids and bases

The characteristic properties of acids and bases — practice question

(a(i))[1]

What colour does litmus paper turn when placed in hydrochloric acid?

(a(ii))[2]

Suggest two methods that could be used to measure the pH of dilute hydrochloric acid.

(a(iii))[1]

Suggest a pH value for dilute hydrochloric acid.

(b(i))[1]

What is observed in both reactions when aqueous sodium carbonate is added separately to dilute ethanoic acid and dilute hydrochloric acid?

(b(ii))[2]

Compare the reaction rates and explain why they differ.

(c(i))[2]

A small piece of magnesium ribbon is put into a test-tube containing dilute hydrochloric acid. A gas is released. Name the gas. Give a test and observation to identify the gas.

(c(ii))[1]

Write the equation for this reaction.

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