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What is an Acid? need help..

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Acid is a substance that can desolve some metals
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An acid is a substance that can dissolve some metals, break apart in water, and has a pH below 7. Acid taste bitter and can react with some bases to form salts. Acids turn litmus paper red.

Some acids, like Coca-Cola or Vinegar are harmless while some, like stomach acid, aren't so harmless.
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