Cambridge IGCSE Chemistry practice

Paper 4 structured question: The characteristic properties of acids and bases

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The characteristic properties of acids and bases

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Paper 4Theory (Extended)1 marks

Acids are classified based on their behavior in water.

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Acids can be categorized as strong or weak based on their dissociation in water.

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State the definition of a strong acid.
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Paper 4Theory (Extended)2 marks

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Weak acids do not fully dissociate in water, resulting in a lower concentration of H+ ions.

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Define a weak acid.
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