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Is NaF a base?

Understand the Problem

The question is asking whether sodium fluoride (NaF) acts as a base in a chemical context. A high-level approach to answer this will involve considering its dissociation in water and how it interacts with acids.

Answer

NaF is a basic salt.

The final answer is NaF is a basic salt.

Answer for screen readers

The final answer is NaF is a basic salt.

More Information

NaF is formed from the neutralization of sodium hydroxide (a strong base) and hydrofluoric acid (a weak acid), making it a salt that tends to form a basic solution in water.

Tips

Common mistake: Confusing NaF with NaOH, which is a strong base. Remember that NaF itself is a salt, not a base.

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