Classification. The following are important terms relating to acids and bases. Answer the questions below by matching the descriptions with the most appropriate word.

A. Measure of H+in a fluid
B. Lemon juice
C. Substance that releases, but does not accept, H+
D. Substance that accepts, but does not release, H+
E. Toothpaste
F. Set of chemicals that stabilize pH


A. pH
B. acid
C. acid
D. base
E. base
F. buffer

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