Properties of Acids

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What taste is commonly associated with acids?
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Acids typically have a sour taste.
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What is a common physical characteristic of acids when they react with metals?
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Acids often react with metals to produce hydrogen gas.
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What type of ions do acids release when dissolved in water?
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Acids release hydrogen ions (H+).
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Which acid is found in citrus fruits?
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Citric acid.
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How do acids affect blue litmus paper?
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Acids turn blue litmus paper red.
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What is a common laboratory acid used for cleaning?
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Hydrochloric acid (HCl).
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Which acid is essential in the human stomach for digestion?
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Hydrochloric acid (HCl).
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What is a strong acid used in car batteries?
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Sulfuric acid.
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What is a distinguishing property of strong acids compared to weak acids?
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Strong acids completely ionize in water, whereas weak acids do not.
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What pH range do acids typically fall under?
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Acids typically have a pH less than 7.
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Name an acid used in the food industry as a preservative.
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Acetic acid.
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What industrial application uses sulfuric acid extensively?
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Fertilizer manufacturing.
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Which acid is used in the manufacture of explosives?
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Nitric acid.
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How is hydrochloric acid used in the steel industry?
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It's used for pickling, which is removing rust or scale from iron and steel.
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What is the role of lactic acid in the human body?
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Lactic acid is produced during anaerobic respiration in muscles.
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