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Acid-Base Lab
The pH of a solution is a measure of how much acid (H+) or base (OH-)
is present in a solution. The scale ranges from 1-14 with an acid (H+)
having a pH of less than 7 and a base (OH-) having a pH of greater
than 7. A neutral solution has a pH of 7.

In this activity you will predict the pH of common household liquids,

state whether they are an acid or a base, then confirm your prediction
by testing the solutions with pH paper.

Liquid Predicted Predicted Actual Actual

pH acid/base pH acid/base
Vinegar
Shampoo
Baking soda
H2O2
Isopropyl
alcohol
Sprite
Bleach
Lemon juice
Mouthwash
Hand Sanitizer

Analysis
1. Which solutions contained the most hydroxide ions
(OH)?
2. What can you say about the amount of hydrogen ions
relative to the amount of hydroxide ions in a solution
that has a pH of 2?