Episode 7 — Acids and Bases

Strong and Weak

Learners will be able to:

• Identify the characteristics of strong and weak acids in terms of their ionization in water. • Explain how the extent of ionization affects the behavior of acids in solution. • Calculate the value of Ka for a given acid and use it to determine the strength of the acid. • Compare the conductivity of solutions containing strong and weak acids. • Describe the properties of strong and weak bases, including their dissociation in water and pH values. • Explain the relationship between the conjugate base of an acid and its strength.