The pH Scale
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Objective
I can identify the pH levels of common substances and classify them as acidic, neutral, or basic.
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Practice
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What does pH stand for, and why is it important in determining the acidity or basicity of a substance?
Classify the following substances as acidic, neutral, or basic: lemon juice, seawater, and ammonia solution. Explain your reasoning for each classification.
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Exit ticket
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“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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