World of Chemistry
World of Chemistry
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ISBN: 9780618562763
Author: Steven S. Zumdahl
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin College Div
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Chapter 4.2, Problem 4RQ
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Interpretation :

The conditions where a compound named as an acid should be explained.

Concept Introduction :

Every matter is made of chemicals; the importance of chemistry is that it's the study of everything. Chemistry is all about how something interacts to affect the structure, composition, as well as properties of substances.

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Answer to Problem 4RQ

When the compound dissolved in water gives hydrogen ion, it termed as acid.

Explanation of Solution

The word acid comes from the Latin words acidus or acere, where it means sours in taste. A substance that reacts with some metal and liberate the hydrogen gas termed as acid. Acid change the color of solution with different indicators. In the aqueous solution, acid produces hydrogen ions.

Conclusion

A substance dissolved in water can increases the hydronium ion concentration or hydrogen ion concentration it termed as acid.

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