Making Salts and States of Matter

These flashcards cover key concepts from the lecture notes on the states of matter, acid-base reactions, and practical methods for making salts.

What are the four states of matter?

Solid, liquid, gas, plasma.

What does 'aqueous' (aq) mean in chemistry?

It refers to a solution where a solid and liquid are dissolved together.

What type of reaction results in the production of salt and water?

Acid + Metal oxide → salt + water.

What is the word equation for the reaction between a base and an acid?

Base + Acid → Salt + Water.

What is required for a solution to be considered acidic?

It must contain a high concentration of hydrogen ions.

What is the name of the salt formed when magnesium and hydrochloric acid react?

Magnesium chloride.

What safety precaution is recommended when conducting experiments?

Wearing safety goggles.

What does it mean for a base to be soluble?

It can dissolve in water.

What is the result of adding copper oxide to sulfuric acid?

Copper sulfate and water are produced.

How can you improve the clarity of a practical lab method?

By adding specific measurements and using scientific vocabulary.