What is a main difference between acid and base

1.	What is a main difference between acid and base
Answer» \tBasisAcidBaseDefinitionAn acid is any chemical compound once dissolved in water produces a solution with hydrogen ion activity more than purified waterA base is an aqueous substance that could absorb hydrogen ions.StrengthRelies on the concentration of the hydronium ionsRelies on the concentration of the hydroxide ionsExamplesAcetic acid CH3COOH and\xa0sulphuric acidSodium Hydroxide (NaOH) and AmmoniaCharacteristics (Physical)Would depend upon the temperature acids would look solid, liquid or in the form of gas. It would also have a sour taste.Bases would feel slippery and solid in nature (except for ammonia, which is gaseous). It would have a bitter taste.DisassociationAcids would release hydrogen ions (h+) when mixed with waterBases would release hydroxide ions(OH-) when mixed with waterTest with LitmusWould turn litmus paper redWould turn litmus paper blue\t

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