Acids and Alkalis

Acids and Alkalis

1. Acids can be...

   • Highly corrosive
     • Pretty irritant
       • It depends what type of acid it is.

2. Different types of acids...

   • Vinegar- Ethanoic acid
     • Fizzy Drinks- Carbonic acid
       • Tea- Tanic acid
         • Vitamin C- Ascorbic acid
           • Lemons- Citric acid

3. Alkalis can be...

   • Mildly irritant
     • Very corrosive
       • It depends what type of alkali it is.

4. Different types of alkalis...

   • Soap/Bleach- Sodium Hydroxide
     • Ammonia ( which is used for cleaning)