1. Green Eggs and Ham A study of pH

2. Do you like green eggs and ham? If so, its all about pH!

3. Background for pH Stands for Potential of Hydrogen Measures acids and bases (alkalinity)

4. Properties/Characteristics of Acids Tastes SOUR

5. Can conduct electricity

6. Corrode through metals

7. Below 7 on the pH scale

8. Examples of Acids Citrus fruits Batteries Colas

9. Bases Bitter Taste

10. Feels Slippery like Soap

11. Above 7 on the pH scale

12. Examples of Bases Shampoo Toothpaste Antacids

13. Measure through a pH Scale Lucky number 7 is neutral

14. Litmus Paper Blue litmus paper will turn Red if something is an acid Red litmus paper will turn blue if something is a base

15. Neutralize Acids and Bases An acid can be neutralized with a base A base can be neutralized with an acid When this occurs, they turn into salt and water

16. So…Sam, I Am Do you like Green Eggs and Ham?

17. Is this possible? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E02oS7JC XBc&feature=related http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E02oS7JC XBc&feature=related (8:45)