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Describe a substance which will react with both acids and alkalis to form a salt and water?
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∙ 14y ago
Such substances are semi-metals as Zn,Sn and Al , and their oxides, such substances are known as Amphoteric.
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Do acids react with alkalis in a combustion reaction?
Yes :)
Substance made when alkalis react with oils?
The process is called saponification, with which you make soap.
Name some acids that react with metals?
Nitric acid reacts strongly with many metals.
Does magnesium react with acids?
Metallic magnesium reacts violently with acids.
An elements ability to react with acids is an example of a?
Chemical Property
Why alkalis are sometimes describe as the opposite of acids?
Alkalis (bases) react with acids to neutralize them, so in one sense, they can be considered as "opposite" of acids. Bases produce pH values >7 and acids produce pH values <7.
Do acids react with alkalis?
Yes, that is called a neutralization reaction.
Do acids react with alkalis in a combustion reaction?
Yes :)
What are the properties of metaliods?
Metalloids react with both acids and alkalis.
What substance is made when alkalis react with oils and fats?
Soap
Is AI an acid or base?
Aluminium is not an acid or a base, but it does react with both acids and alkalis.
Does acids react with alkalis in a combustion reaction?
No, not always (opinion). So check on the internate
How do you differentiate between an acid and an alkali?
An acid has a pH level below 7, whilst an alkali has a pH level above 7. Acids contain H+ ions and alkalis consist of OH- ions. Acids turn litmus paper red, alkalis turn it blue. When acids react with metals they form hydrogen and a salt. Acids a sour to taste. Alakalis react with acids to form salt and water, a reaction called neutralisation. Alkalies feel soapy to touch. All alkalis except ammonia will react with ammonium compounds, driving ammonia out.
What substance can acids react to produce hydrogen gas?
Acids react with metals to evolve H2 gas
Does copper react quickly with alkalis?
Copper doesn't react wih alkalis.
What happens when you put magnesium in a base?
Magnesium does not seem to react with dilute aqueous alkalis or bases. However, it does react with acids like sulfuric acid by dissolving in it.
How do you describe an experiment that allows you to disguish between an acid and alkali without using any indicators?
Acids will react with carbonates to produce a gas (CO2), alkalis won't.Acids will react with magnesium or any active metal but Mg is fast, alkalis won't. An acid + active metal produces hydrogen gas.Acids will clean a coin, alkalis won't.Alkalis feel slimy but acids don't. Only try this if the alkali and acid are diluted with water, and you wash your hands well afterwards.In summary:Acid + Carbonate --> Salt + Carbon dioxide + WaterAcid + Active Metal --> Salt + Hydrogen
