Acid and Base

This packet covers the following learning objectives through simplified one-page readings, virtual labs, guided inquiry, researching secondary database etc. Includes a formative after every lesson and guidelines for a project based summative.

• Define Arhennius acid and base.
• Identify acid and base from their formula.
• Describe characteristic properties of acids in their reaction with metals, metal oxides and hydroxides and metal carbonates
• Describe the characteristic properties of bases in their reaction with acids and ammonium salts.
• Understand the pH scale as a figure expressing the acidity or alkalinity of a solution.
• Apply knowledge of indicators (Litmus, Methyl Orange and Universal Indicator) to determine pH of solutions.
• Differentiate between strong and weak and concentrate and dilute acids and alkali.
• Discuss acid rain and ocean acidification.