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Punjab Board · Class 10 · Science

31 flashcards for Acids, Bases and Salts (Punjab Board Class 10 Science) to test yourself on key terms and facts.

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Neutralization and Practical ApplicationsTesting Acids and BasesReactions of Acids with MetalsReactions of Metal Carbonates with AcidsReactions of Non-metallic Oxides with BasesIons in Acids and Bases
Card 1Neutralization and Practical Applications

What would you suggest as a remedy for acidity—lemon juice, vinegar, or baking soda solution? Why?

Answer

You should suggest BAKING SODA SOLUTION. Reason: Acidity is caused by excess acid in the stomach. Baking soda (sodium hydrogencarbonate, NaHCO₃) is a base that neutralizes the excess acid through a ne…

Card 2Testing Acids and Bases

You have three test tubes: one with distilled water, one with acidic solution, and one with basic solution. You only have red litmus paper. How will you identify each one?

Answer

Step 1: Test with red litmus paper on all three. Step 2: The one where red litmus turns BLUE = basic solution (base turns red litmus blue). Step 3: The ones where red litmus remains RED = either acidi…

Card 3Reactions of Acids with Metals

Why does curd and other sour substances not be kept in brass and copper vessels?

Answer

Acids in curd (lactic acid) react with copper and brass (copper alloy) to form toxic copper compounds that contaminate the food and can cause poisoning. The reaction is: Cu + 2CH₃COOH → Cu(CH₃COO)₂ + …

Card 4Reactions of Acids with Metals

When zinc granules are added to dilute sulphuric acid, what gas is produced and how can you test for it?

Answer

Gas produced: HYDROGEN GAS (H₂). Reaction: Zn(s) + H₂SO₄(aq) → ZnSO₄(aq) + H₂(g). Testing for hydrogen: 1) Collect gas in a test tube, 2) Bring a burning candle near the mouth of the test tube, 3) If …

Card 5Reactions of Metal Carbonates with Acids

A metal compound A reacts with dilute hydrochloric acid producing effervescence, and the evolved gas extinguishes a burning candle. What can you conclude about compound A?

Answer

Compound A is a METAL CARBONATE. Conclusion: The effervescence indicates CO₂ gas evolution. The gas extinguishing a candle confirms it's CO₂ (not H₂, which would pop). Example: If compound formed is C…

Card 6Reactions of Non-metallic Oxides with Bases

Explain the experimental setup and observations when passing carbon dioxide through lime water.

Answer

Setup: Bubble CO₂ gas through calcium hydroxide solution (lime water). Observations: Stage 1: Initial CO₂ + Ca(OH)₂ → CaCO₃ (white precipitate): CO₂(g) + Ca(OH)₂(aq) → CaCO₃(s) + H₂O(l). Solution turn…

Card 7Ions in Acids and Bases

What is the difference between HCl gas and HCl solution in terms of acidic properties?

Answer

HCl GAS: Does NOT show acidic properties. Dry HCl gas does NOT change the color of dry litmus paper because H⁺ ions are not produced without water. HCl SOLUTION (in water): SHOWS acidic properties. HC…

Card 8Ions in Acids and Bases

Why does dry HCl gas not conduct electricity, but HCl solution does?

Answer

DRY HCl GAS: Does not conduct electricity because no free ions are present. HCl molecules are covalent and do not ionize without water. NO CHARGE CARRIERS = NO ELECTRICAL CONDUCTIVITY. HCl SOLUTION: C…

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What are the important topics in Acids, Bases and Salts for Punjab Board Class 10 Science?
Key topics in Acids, Bases and Salts include Indicators — Natural and Synthetic, Chemical Properties of Acids and Bases, Ionic Nature of Acids and Bases — H⁺ and OH⁻ ions, pH Scale and Its Importance. Study these first, then practise questions on each for the Punjab Board Class 10 board exam.
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