i dont know which it is but i hope this helps: acids: *gives off H+ ions when dissolved in water *sour tasting *examples vinegar, lemon juice, HCI * reacts with metals and carbonates * turns litmus red and cabbage dye red bases: *gives off OH-ions when dissolved in water *bitter tasting *examples are soap, baking soda, and NaOH *turns litmus blue and cabbage dye green
