Reactions
What is single replacement?
a chemical reaction in which one element takes the place of another element in a compound
What is a base
any compound that increases the number of hydroxide ions when dissolved in water
what is a acid
A compound that produces hydronium ions when dissolved in water
What is Nuclear Radiation?
Charged particles and electromagnetic waves that are emitted from the nuclei of radioactive isotopes
what is double replacement?
A chemical reaction in which two compounds exchange positive ions and form two new compounds
name a strong bases
What are some properties of acids
It taste sour, conducts electricity, and it corrosive
What is an Alpha Particle?
A positive charged particle that consists of two protons and two neutrons
What is Combustion?
a chemical reaction in which a substance reacts rapidly with oxygen
What are some uses for bases
Soap, baking soda, toothpaste, cleaners, and chocolate
Define electrolytes
A compound that produces ions when it dissolves usually have a salty taste
What is a Beta Particle?
An electron emitted by an unstable nucleus
what is Synthesis?
a chemical reaction in which 2 or more substances reacts to form a Single substance
What does a weak base produce
Produces OH- ions
What do strong acids do
Ionize completely within the solution
What is a Half-life?
The time required for half of a sample of radioactive isotope to decay
What is decomposition?
a chemical reaction in which a compound breaks down into two or more single substances
What do strong bases Have
They have alkali and alkali earth metals and a hydroxide ion.
weak acids don’t do what
They do not ionize completely
What is a Gamma Ray?
A penetrating form of radiation emitted by an unstable nucleus