ZIMSEC O-Level Chemistry
Properties of acids and bases
Properties of acids and bases in ZIMSEC O-Level Chemistry: what the syllabus expects you to know, the learning objectives and how to practise.
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Overview
Form 3 (competency matrix 8.6.1): acids, bases, the pH scale, acid-base indicators and oxides.
Learning objectives
What the syllabus expects you to be able to do.
- 7.1.7.1Identify the properties of acids and bases, including their effect on acid-base indicators and their pH.
- 7.1.7.2Classify oxides as acidic, basic or amphoteric, for example calcium oxide, sodium oxide, aluminium oxide, sulfur trioxide, carbon dioxide and nitrogen dioxide.
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Acidic, basic and amphoteric oxides
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Indicators and the pH scale
25 min
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Properties of acids, bases and alkalis
25 min
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