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Ch 8 science Vocab.
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Acid | A compound that produces hydronium ions when dissolved in water. |
| Indicator | Any substance that changes color in the presence of an acid or base. |
| Base | A compound that produces hydroxide ions when dissolved in water. |
| Neutralization | The reaction between an acid and a base produces a salt and water. |
| Salt | An ionic compound that is created during neutralization. |
| pH | A measure of a solution's hydronium ion concentration. |
| Buffer | A solution that is resistant to large changes in pH. |
| Electrolyte | A substance that ionizes or dissociates into ions when it dissolves in water. |