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How could you determine the acidity of household items? - Coggle Diagram

- - - - Organic acids:
        An organic acid contains carbon in its molecular structure and are commonly found in various natural sources such as fruits (Citric Acid from citrus fruits) or during fermentation processes (Lactic Acid in yohgurt). They are weak acids and partially disassociate in water, often having a lower acidity level in comparison to inorganic acids.(Panda et al. 2016)
      - Inorganic acids:
        Inorganic acids are acids that do not contain carbon in their molecular structure. They can be found in sources such as minerals or synthesized in laboratories as well as found naturally in the environment in low concentrations. They are strong acids and are highly corrosive and completely dissasociate in water. having a higher acidity (eg. Sulfuric Acid and Nitric Acid) (Inorganic Acids | Thermo Fisher Scientific 2023)
      - Weak acids:
        Weak acids only partially dissociate in water which results in a lower concentration of hydrogen ions (H+)
      - Strong acids:
        Strong acids completely dissociate in water which means that they release a high concentration of hydrogen ions (H+)
      - Dissociation:
        Dissociation is the process in which an acid breaks into ions when dissolved in water. (Shiken 2023)
- - - - Possible investigation design: Testing various temperatures of soda to investigate the impact on acidity. (ie. Sprite, Fanta, Cola, Solo)
        Testable question: Does the storage temperature of sodas affect their acidity levels?
        Testable hypothesis: Storing sodas in higher (warmer) temperatures will have higher acidity levels than lower (colder) temperatures.
        IV: The storage temperatures of soda (ie. 3°C refrigerator temp, 15°C, 25°C room temp, 35°C warmer temp) DV: Acidity level of the soda Possible CV: The brand of cola used, type of soda used, period of storage.
        Limitations: Different brands/types of sodas may require different temperature conditions meaning that the results cannot be generalised.
        Possible findings: That storing sodas at lower temperatures in comparison to higher temperatures will have higher acidity levels.