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2.6: pH (Activity)

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  • What is the mechanism of action for antacids?
  • Do they all antacids have the same efficacy?

Explore: Determine the pH of Common Solutions

1. Use the table below to indicate whether an item is an acid or a base and what you predict the pH to be. We can determine these in class through measuring.

Solution

Acid or Base

Predicted pH

Actual pH

Coffee

Cola

Distilled H2O

Detergent

Bleach

Apple Juice

Antacid Solution

2. Using the pH meter, measure the pH and validate your predictions.


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