Instructional Video

Acid Strength: What Does pH Mean?

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What makes one acid stronger than another? Pupils peruse the property of pH through a video from the JFR Science playlist. The narrator explains what is meant by a neutral pH, what that looks like from a chemical standpoint, and how acids and bases of different strengths compare.

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CCSS: Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
  • The video works well for both chemistry and biology classes as an introduction to the pH scale
  • Do some simple pH tests as a hook before showing the video
Classroom Considerations
  • Learners should be familiar with logarithms and ions in solution prior to using the resource
  • This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
  • The opening of the video clues viewers in to how often they encounter acid-base chemistry in their daily routines
  • Gives clear explanations of calculating and comparing pH values
Cons
  • None
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