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I. Introduction:
We all know that compounds are classified as acids, bases and salts. This three
classification of compound has its own identity to recognize easily. The acids are
known for having sour taste. Citrus fruits such as lemons have a sour taste due to the
citric acid found in them; vinegar is a solution of approximately 5% acetic acid; sour
milk contains lactic acid, which gives it its sour taste. Ability to turn blue litmus paper
red and neutralizes bases. Bases are known for having bitter taste and slick feeling. A
dilute solution of sodium hydroxide, for example, has a soapy slick feeling on the
skin. Strong bases will also dissolve hair, and for this reason sodium hydroxide and
potassium hydroxide are often found in drain openers. It turns red litmus paper blue
and neutralizes acids.
This scientific paper will give bits of information about acids, bases and salts.
II. Materials:
Alugbati tops
Rubbing Alcohol
Knife
Bowl
Wooden ladle
Bond paper
Extract of Alugbati
Flat plate
Scissors
Small jar with cover
Saucer
Three medicines dropper
Three bottles with a wide mouth
Toothpaste
Shampoo
Egg white
Tap water
Distilled water
Mineral water
III. Procedures:
IV. Data:
Results:
V. Conclusion:
The compound (acid, base and salt) that drops into a specific
paper like alugbati paper changed its original color except in salt. This is the reaction
with the indicators, which only means that a certain organic dye, called, gives different
colors depending on whether they are in an acidic or basic medium. And salt is also a
form in which came from the sea so there’s no change.
VI. References: