Properties of Acids and Bases

Worksheet Description

This worksheet tests the ability to recognize and differentiate between the properties of acids and bases. It provides a practical way to apply theoretical knowledge about the behavior of acidic and basic solutions in various contexts.

For each statement or property listed, the student needs to identify whether the property is characteristic of an acid, a base, or both (neutral solutions).

The worksheet provides a series of statements or properties.

For each statement, the student must write “Acid”, “Base”, or “Both” to indicate which type of solution the statement describes.

Properties

Acids: Typically taste sour, turn blue litmus paper red, have a pH less than 7, react with metals to produce hydrogen gas, and can burn skin.

Bases: Typically feel slippery, taste bitter, turn red litmus paper blue, have a pH greater than 7, and produce hydroxide ions when dissolved in water.

Both Acids and Bases: Can conduct electricity (electrical conductivity) and can act as electrolytes, although the strength might differ between strong and weak acids/bases.

For each statement, think about whether it describes an acid, a base, or both. For instance, if a statement mentions turning blue litmus paper red, it’s describing a property of acids.