Acids have a pH below 7 and exist naturally, bases react with acids to form salts and water, and both have common household uses like cleaning products but also carry environmental risks like chemical spills and corrosion if not handled properly.
2. What are Acids or Bases?
Acids: Its ph is below 7 and it exists in plants,
food and animals.
Bases: Abase is a substance which reacts with
acids to form salt and water only.
3. Common household uses of acids and bases
Acids- backyard swimming pool, car battery, soft drinks,
detergents, lemons, vinegar
Bases-baking soda, soap, toilet cleaner
4. Environmental/Social issues that may crop up due to
its use
-Used for attacks(acids)
-Chemical spills
-Lab accidents
-Corrosion of public property
-Arguments about the transport of acids and
bases for research.