Figure 4. Carbonic acid and its conjugate base, bicarbonate ion. Because both the acid and base in a buffer solution are conjugates of each other, the reaction can move in whichever direction it needs ...

As this acid forms, it breaks down (dissociates) into a hydrogen ion and a bicarbonate ion. The hydrogen ion (produced when carbonic acid decomposes) LOWERS the pH of the solution. This means the ...

Carbonic acid is a heavy gas —it extinguishes fire and destroys all animal life. If an animal attempts to breathe it pure, there is spasmodic closure of the glottis and the animal dies as ...

Carbon dioxide and water react chemically to produce carbonic acid, a weak acid that’s been ... that can be both irritating and enjoyable. The pH of carbonated water is 5–6, which means ...

The levels of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases like methane and nitrous oxide have been steadily rising for many ...