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VCE UNIT 2: More on Acids and Bases - History and definitions.

15:44Context/applicationCore

This application-focused video uses VCE UNIT 2: More on Acids and Bases - History and definitions. to explain Acid-base theories and pH & acid-base calculations. It helps students identify Brønsted–Lowry acids, bases and conjugate pairs and solve acid-base titration calculations.

Acid-base theoriespH & acid-base calculationsWater structure & propertiesAcid dissociation & KaAcidBasepHWaterStrong acidWeak acid

Learning goals

What you should be able to do

  • identify Brønsted–Lowry acids, bases and conjugate pairs
  • solve acid-base titration calculations
  • calculate pH
  • write and use a Kₐ expression
  • select a suitable acid-base indicator

Curriculum links

VCE Chemistry connections

  • Unit 2, Area of Study 1Acid-base (proton transfer) reactions
  • Unit 2, Area of Study 2Analysis for acids and bases