Importance Of Ph In Everyday Life
Chapter Name : Acids Bases And Salts |
Sub Topic Code : 102_10_02_04_01 |
Topic Name : Importance Of Ph In Everyday Life |
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Sub Topic Name : Importance Of Ph In Everyday Life |
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Introduction
pH is very critical for reactions which play a key role in our daily lives.
Pre-Requisites:
Acids, Bases, pH
Activity:
See the back of a toothpaste. Observe the contents. Check on net whether they are acidic or basic.
Real Life Question:
Tooth decay is caused by low pH. Can you guess what bacteria would be doing in our mouth so that pH becomes low?
Key Words / FlashCards
| Key Words | Definitions (pref. in our own words) |
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Learning aids / Gadgets
| Gadgets | How it can be used |
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| pH indicator | Determine the pH of your mouth. Determine see whether there are chances of tooth decay or not. |
Real life uses :
Knowledge of right pH is very important for making products, doing reactions, in medical field etc.
Practical examples around us
| Examples | Explainations |
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| Toothpaste | It is basic in nature as tooth decay is caused by acids. |
| Bee sting | its acidic in nature. On it we apply bases. |
What you learn in Theory:
Role of pH in everyday life
What you learn in Practice:
What all happens in our daily life and how pH plays a big role.