Acids, bases and neutrals
Duration: 2 Weeks / 6 Hours
After the completion of Topic 3 the learners will be able to:
- Investigate common beverages by using an indicator [red and blue litmus paper] to determine if they are acids, bases or neutrals; classify each common beverage, record results on a table and draw conclusions.
- Investigate various household substances by using an indicator to test if they are acids, bases or neutrals; classify each household substance, record results on a table and draw conclusions.
Content and Concepts: Please select a sub-category below
You will need
Equipment
- Computer / Tablet
- Data Projector
- Speakers
- Internet connection
Powerpoints and Photocopies
Available on category pages
- PowerPoints
- Worksheets
- Quiz
School Resources
- Scissors
- Glue
Other
- Liquids [water; tea; rooibos tea ; coffee; milk ; fruit juices; Fizzy drinks]
- Red and blue litmus paper
- Glass containers
- Vinegar
- Tartaric acid
- Lemon
- Antacids
- Shampoo
- Soap
- Bicarbonate of soda
- Liquid soap
- Sea water
- Detergents