Question

Compare and contrast the properties of acids and bases. include two similarties and two differences.

Answer 1

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Similarities:

-They can conduct electric current because they both are ionic substances.-

-They both form Water and Salt when neutralized. 

Differences:

-Acids release Hydronium ions (H₃O⁺) when hydrolyzed while Bases release Hydroxyl ions (OH⁻) when hydrolyzed. 

-Acids are commonly formed with non-metals (such as Chlorine, Sulfur, Oxygen, and Nitrogen) while Bases are commonly formed with metals (such as Sodium, Potassium, Calcium, and Copper). 

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