The pH Scale

Grade 1145 min

Learning Objective

I can identify the pH levels of common substances and classify them as acidic, neutral, or basic.

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5 min

Introduction to pH | Biology foundations | High school biology | Khan Academy

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14 min

7 questions • Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

Given the following substances: vinegar, milk, and bleach, classify each substance as acidic, neutral, or basic. Provide a brief explanation for each classification based on their pH levels. A solution has a pH of 5, and another solution has a pH of 10. Classify each solution as acidic, neutral, or basic and explain the difference in their acidity or basicity.

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