Acids, Bases, and pH misconceptions

  • Acids are always dangerous or corrosive

  • Bases are slippery and all taste bitter

  • Neutralization produces water only

  • Strong acids are dangerous, weak acids are safe

  • Water is acidic because it “contains H”

  • All salts contain sodium

Multiple choice questions

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