Question

Which of the following features is common to both acids and bases? A. ability to burn skin B. similar taste C. pH measurements greater than 7 Reset Submit

Answer 1

Answer:

            Correct Option-A (Ability to burn skin)

Explanation:

                    When skin tissues are exposed to Acids or Bases a chemical burn occurs as both of these substances are corrosive in nature. These burns occur without providing any heat, results from a very fast reaction, are extremely painful and causes damage to structures present under skin.

                    Option-B is incorrect because Acids taste sour, while, Bases taste bitter.

                    Option-C is incorrect because pH of Acids is less than 7 while, pH of Bases is greater than 7.

Answer 2

Answer:

A. Ability to burn skin.

Explanation:

A chemical burn occurs when living tissue is exposed to a corrosive substance such as a strong acid or base. Chemical burns follow standard burn classification and may cause extensive tissue damage. ... diffuse into tissue and damage structures under skin without immediately apparent damage to skin surface. Welcome.