Look at the pH of the following substances. Identify them as acid base or neutral based on their pH reading.

Question

[Title] Acid Base Neutral
Acid rain pH 4

Orange juice pH 3

Great Salt Lake pH 10

Banana pH 5

Salt water pH 8

Baking soda pH 9

Water pH 7

Answer 1

Based on the pH values provided, here are the classifications of the substances as acid, base, or neutral:

• Acid rain pH 4: Acid
• Orange juice pH 3: Acid
• Great Salt Lake pH 10: Base
• Banana pH 5: Acid
• Salt water pH 8: Base
• Baking soda pH 9: Base
• Water pH 7: Neutral

In summary:

• Acids: Acid rain, Orange juice, Banana
• Bases: Great Salt Lake, Salt water, Baking soda
• Neutral: Water