Question

Sulfuric acid is a strong acid. In aqueous solution, it ionises as shown below-
H2SO4 → 2H+ + SO42-

Define and explain the terms Acid and Base with respect to their ions and their properties.

Answer 1

Answer:

An acid is any hydrogen-containing substance that is capable of donating a proton (hydrogen ion) to another substance. A base is a molecule or ion able to accept a hydrogen ion from an acid. Acidic substances are usually identified by their sour taste. ... A base that can be dissolved in water is referred to as an alkali.

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