Is Sulfides an Acid?

Sulfide is a strong base, so solutions of sulfide in water are basic, due to hydrolysis. Sulfide solutions develop the characteristic rotten-egg odor of H2S as a result of this hydrolysis. Those salts that are insoluble in acidic solution are also insoluble in basic solution.

Is sulfide a weak acid?

Hydrogen sulfide is a chemical compound with the chemical formula H2S. ... When burning with oxygen, hydrogen sulfide burns blue, to form sulfur dioxide, and water. It is somewhat soluble in water, and acts as a weak acid.

Is H2S a acid?

Hydrogen sulfide (H2S) occurs naturally in crude petroleum, natural gas, volcanic gases, and hot springs. ... It is commonly known as hydrosulfuric acid, sewer gas, and stink damp. People can smell it at low levels.

James H. Sterling

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