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Brent, Lynnette, 1974-

Acids and bases / Lynnette Brent. - New York, N.Y. : Crabtree Pub. Co., c2009. - 32 p. : col. ill. ; 29 cm. - Why chemistry matters .

Includes bibliographical references (p. 32) and index.

Acid-base chemistry -- What is pH? -- pH indicators -- Properties of acids -- Properties of bases -- What is a buffer? -- Common acids -- Acids in our bodies -- Environmental acids -- How we use bases -- Chemical reactions.

Did you know that cola is an acid? And your saliva is a base? Acids and bases are chemical opposites that exist all around us. Readers will learn about common acids and bases from lemon juice to ammonia. Through vivid examples and exciting illustrations, this book will eagerly explore these important chemical compounds.

Guided reading: R

ISBN: 9780778742395 (reinforced library binding) 0778742393 (reinforced library binding)

LCCN: 2008028917

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Acids--Juvenile literature.
Bases (Chemistry)--Juvenile literature.
Chemical reactions--Juvenile literature.
Chemistry--Juvenile literature.

LC Class. No.: QD477 / .B74 2009

Dewey Class. No.: 546.24 BRE