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ACID
Definition(s) for ACID
1) A substance that produces H+(aq) ions in aqueous solution. Strong acids ionize completely or almost completely in dilute aqueous solution. Weak acids ionize only slightly.
2) Compounds that contain hydrogen (H #1) and when dissolved in water (H2O), they increase the concentration of hydrogen ions, H+ (hydronium ions H3O+). Acids are proton donors. Substances with a pH less than 7 are considered to be acidic.
3) A compound that yields H+ions in solution or a solution with the concentration of H+exceeding OH-.
Related Terms & Definitions to Acid
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- MONOPROTIC ACID
- ACETIC ACID
- DIPROTIC ACID
- LEVELING EFFECT
- DIPROTIC ACID
- ACID ANHYDRIDE
- ACID ANHYDRIDE