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What is an alkali in chemistry?
What is an alkali in chemistry?
- An acidic compound
- A neutral substance
- A basic, ionic salt of an alkali metal or an alkaline earth metal (correct)
- A compound that does not dissolve in water
How can an alkali be defined?
How can an alkali be defined?
- A neutral substance
- A base that dissolves in water (correct)
- A compound that does not react with water
- An acid that dissolves in water
What is the pH of a solution of a soluble base?
What is the pH of a solution of a soluble base?
- Less than 7.0
- Greater than 7.0 (correct)
- Depends on the specific base
- Equal to 7.0
What does the term 'alkaline' commonly refer to in English?
What does the term 'alkaline' commonly refer to in English?
From where is the word 'alkali' derived?
From where is the word 'alkali' derived?