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Understanding Acids and Bases: Properties, Uses, and Applications
Many acids and bases occur naturally, such as citric acid in sour fruits and lime water acting as a base. An acid is a hydrogen-containing substance capable of donating a proton (hydrogen ion) to another substance, forming hydrogen ions (H⁺) when dissolved in water. Bases, on the other hand, are molecules or ions that accept a hydrogen ion from an acid, forming hydroxide ions (OH⁻) in water.

Acids are typically identified by their sour taste and are known for their ability to turn blue litmus paper red. Common household acids include citric acid and vinegar, while industrial acids include hydrochloric acid (HCl) and sulfuric acid (H₂SO₄). Acids are widely used in laboratories and industries, including mining, metalworking, the chemical and petrochemical industries, pollution control, and construction.

Bases have a bitter taste and turn red litmus paper blue. Household examples include baking soda and lime water, while industrial bases include sodium hydroxide (NaOH) and potassium hydroxide (KOH). Bases are essential in manufacturing soaps, detergents, toothpaste, paper, and rayon. They also play a crucial role in agriculture production, water treatment, and laboratory testing and analysis.

Understanding the properties and applications of acids and bases is vital for their effective use in both industrial and laboratory settings.