Acids, Bases and the pH Scale

By the end of this lesson you can

Acids and alkalis are everywhere
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Acids and alkalis compared
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Base or alkali?
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The pH scale
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Each step on the pH scale is ten times
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Everyday substances on the pH scale
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Indicators show acid or alkali
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Litmus or universal indicator?
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Worked example: comparing two solutions
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Neutralisation
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Naming the salt
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Working safely with acids and alkalis
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Quick check
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Key takeaways
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