A substance that reacts with an acid to form a compound called a salt.

A way of describing a substance that does dissolve in a particular solvent.

A way of describing a substance that does not dissolve in a particular solvent.

A basic compound which contains an ion comprising of an oxygen and a hydrogen atom (OH⁻).

A chemical reaction between an acid and base to produce a neutral solution including a salt and water.

Acid-base reactions

Combined science

In the Electrolysis unit, pupils will build on their understanding of chemical reactions to explore the process of electrolysis and its applications.

In the Acids and Bases unit, pupils learned about the properties of acids, bases, and alkalis, and the reactions between them to form salts and water.

Making salts

Physical activity and equipment requiring safe use

Complete the general equation for a neutralisation reaction: 
acid + base -->

 Which ion is released by acids in solution?

Which of the following statements are correct?

What type of solution do non-metal oxides form when they dissolve in water?

Are metal oxides generally soluble or insoluble in water?

The concentration of solutes in a solution.

What is produced when an acid reacts with a base?

Content guidance

Risk assessment required - equipment

Adult supervision required

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.

Acid-base reactions

Lesson outcome

Content guidance

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.