Here are the essential concepts you must grasp in order to answer the question correctly.
Acids
Acids are substances that can donate protons (H⁺ ions) in a chemical reaction. They typically have a sour taste and can turn blue litmus paper red. In aqueous solutions, acids increase the concentration of hydrogen ions, which is a key characteristic that defines their acidic nature.
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Bases
Bases are substances that can accept protons or donate hydroxide ions (OH⁻) in a chemical reaction. They usually have a bitter taste and can turn red litmus paper blue. Bases increase the concentration of hydroxide ions in solution, which is essential for identifying their basic properties.
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Salts
Salts are ionic compounds formed from the neutralization reaction between an acid and a base. They consist of cations (positively charged ions) and anions (negatively charged ions). Salts can be soluble or insoluble in water and play various roles in chemical reactions and biological systems.
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