Summary [Active Recall Sheet] IB Chemistry SL Topic 8: Acids and Bases Questions + Answers

1. What are the different definitions for acids and bases?
2. Explain conjugate acids and bases
3. What is the difference between amphiprotic and amphoteric?
4. What are the general properties of acids and bases?
5. Explain the reactions of acids
6. What kind of a reaction is neutralisation? What does it produce?
7. Are organic acids soluble?
8. Define pH and how to calculate it
9. How many decimal places to write pH?
10. What is 1 pH level increase equal to in terms of H ion concentration?
11. The difference between a monoprotic and diprotic acid?
12. Explain the colours of universal indicator
13. Explain the other indicators
14. Relationship between H ion concentration and pH?
15. What is Kw? Explain the concept (+ relation to calculating pH of bases)
16. Explain strong vs weak acids (+ examples)
17. Explain strong vs weak bases (+ examples)
18. How does electrical conductivity relate to strong/weak acids/pH?
19. What is the relationship between reactivity and strong/weak acids?
20. What is acid deposition? What are its effects? Explain
21. Explain the role of sulphur in acid deposition
22. Explain the role of nitrogen in acid deposition