ACIDS, BASES AND SALTS.

ACIDS, BASES AND SALTS. Acids Acids are substances that, when dissolved in water, donate protons or hydrogen ions (H⁺). This donation or acceptance of protons characterizes their acidic properties. Acids generally have a sour taste, turn blue litmus paper red, and have a pH less than 7. Examples Hydrochloric acid (HCl) Sulfuric acid (H₂SO₄) Nitric acid (HNO₃) Acetic acid (CH₃COOH) Citric acid (found in citrus fruits like lemons and oranges) Lactic acid (found in sour milk and yogurt) Tartaric acid (found in grapes and tamarinds) Malic acid (found in apples and sour cherries) Types Based on Source Inorganic Acids Inorganic acids are derived from inorganic compounds that are mixed in the laboratories in some specific ways and proportions. Examples Hydrochloric acid (HCl), Sulfuric acid (H₂SO₄) and Nitric acid (HNO₃). Organic Acids Organic acids are derived from organic compounds obtained from plants and an...