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1
Q

What is an acid?

A

Compound with pH lower than 7.

2
Q

What is a base?

A

Compound with pH higher than 7.

3
Q

What is a neutral compound?

A

Compound with pH of 7

4
Q

What is neutralization?

A

A reaction between an acid and base that results in elimination of acidity/alkalinity, it produces a salt and water.

5
Q

How can you identify a base?

A

Hydroxide