A compound which dissolves in water to form a solution with a pH of less than 7.
A compound which dissolves in water to form a solution with a pH of less than 7. The stronger the acid, the lower its pH value. Acid compounds contain hydrogen and produce positive hydrogen ions when dissolved in water. They are characterised by the ability to react with bases to form salts.
The stronger the acid, the lower its pH value. Acid compounds contain hydrogen and produce positive hydrogen ions when dissolved in water. They are characterised by the ability to react with bases to form salts.