differentiate between acid and bases (5 point)
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This is the full difference between acid nd base... pls rate as brainlest answer...Characteristics of Acids:
taste sour when they are eaten can sting the skin when they are touched can corrode (or eat away at) metals and skin can be used as a reactant during electrolysis due to the presence of mobile ions turn blue litmus paper red are studied in chemistry and biology turn red or orange on universal indicator Characteristics of Bases (Alkalis): Bitter taste (opposed to sour taste of acids) Slimy, or soapy feel on fingers Many bases react with acids and precipitate salts. Strong bases may react violently with acids. An acid spill can be safely neutralised by using a mild base. Bases turn red litmus paper blue Bases are substances that contain metal oxides or hydroxides Bases which are soluble in water form alkalis (soluble bases)