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What is an alkali in chemistry?
What is an alkali in chemistry?
- A neutral substance with a pH of 7.0
- A compound that reacts with water to form an acid
- A basic, ionic salt of an alkali metal or an alkaline earth metal (correct)
- A type of acid that dissolves in water
What does the term 'alkaline' commonly refer to in English?
What does the term 'alkaline' commonly refer to in English?
- A synonym for basic, especially for bases soluble in water (correct)
- A compound with a pH less than 7.0
- A type of neutral substance
- A type of strong acid
What is the pH of a solution of a soluble base?
What is the pH of a solution of a soluble base?
- Depends on the specific base
- Greater than 7.0 (correct)
- Less than 7.0
- Equal to 7.0
Why is the term 'alkaline' commonly used as a synonym for basic in English?
Why is the term 'alkaline' commonly used as a synonym for basic in English?
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What is the etymology of the word 'alkali'?
What is the etymology of the word 'alkali'?
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