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2. Common Acids and Bases Big Ideas Questions 1. Where are acids found in everyday life? 2. Where are bases found in everyday life? Point Form Lactic acid in muscles, fruits, insect stings. Soaps drain cleaner and some drugs.

3. Common Acids and Bases Big Ideas Questions 3. What is an acid? 4. What is a base? Point Form An acid is a substance that produces hydrogen ions (H + ) when dissolved in water. A base is a substance that produces hydroxide ions (OH - ) when dissolved in water.

4. Common Acids and Bases Big Ideas Questions 5. What is an indicator and why do we use them? Point Form An indicator is a chemical that changes color as the concentration of OH - or H + changes. We use indicators to distinguish acids or bases because most are clear and colorless.