FCAT Grade 8 Science Assessment Practice Questions

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Barney has discovered a new acid. Upon adding 15 grams of the new acid to water, he discovers that 4 grams of the acid dissociates. What should Barney classify this acid as?
  1. Strong acid
  2. Amphoteric acid
  3. Buffer
  4. Weak acid
  5. Soluble acid
Explanation
Answer: D - Because this acid does not dissociate completely in small amounts in water, it is classified as a weak acid. Note that pretty much all acids are soluble in water, and as such answer E is not a good choice.
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