What are acids and bases?

Acids are those chemical compounds which give hydrogen ions, H⁺, while bases give hydroxide ions, OH⁻.

Why is pH important in everyday life?

pH helps determine the acidity or alkalinity of substances that affect our health, agriculture, and the environment.

What is the difference between strong acids and weak acids?

Strong acids fully ionize in water; on the other hand, weak acids only partially ionize.

How is salt produced in a chemical reaction?

Salt is produced when an acid reacts with a base in a neutralization reaction.

Why do acids turn blue litmus red?

Acids release hydrogen ions (H⁺), which react with the dye contained in the litmus paper to change its colour.

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Class 10 Science Chapter 2

NCERT Solutions Class 10 Science Chapter 2: Acid, Bases and Salts

So, have you ever wondered why a substance tastes sour or, for that matter, bitter? The answers to these questions lie in the very fascinating realms of acids, bases, and salts. You will venture through an engaging journey in discovering these basic chemical compounds along with their properties as per the detailed solutions while studying Chapter 2 NCERT Solutions Class 10 Science.

1.0NCERT Solutions Chapter 2 Free PDF Download

Students can download NCERT Solutions Class 10 Science Chapter 2 (Acid, base and salts) from the below table in PDF format.

NCERT Solutions for Class 10 Chapter 2 - Acid, Bases and Salts

2.0Topics Covered in Class 10 Science Chapter 2: Acids, Bases, and Salts

Chemical Properties of Acids, Bases, and Salts

Acids and bases in the laboratory
How do acids and bases react with metals?
Reactions of metal carbonates and metal hydrogen carbonates
Reaction of metallic oxides with acids
Reaction of non-metallic oxides with bases

What Do All Acids and Bases Have in Common?

Acids and bases in water solutions

How Strong Are Acids and Base Solutions?

Importance of pH

More About Salts

Family of salts
pH of salts
Chemicals from common salts
Crystals of salts

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