Question

Which of the following is a basic solution? HCl dissolved in water b. household ammonia c. vinegar d. pure water

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Household ammonia.

Explanation:

NH₃ is a base, so the solution always will be basic.

NH₃ takes the proton from the water. In conclusion we have free OH⁻ in medium, that's why the solution is basic.

NH₃ + H₂O → NH₄⁺  +  OH⁻

- HCl + H₂O → H₃O⁺  + Cl⁻

This reaction makes an acid solution, cause the H₃O⁺

- Vinegar is a compound made of acetic acid.

CH₃COOH  + H₂O  ⇄  H₃O⁺  +  CH₃COO⁻

This reaction also makes an acid solution, cause the H₃O⁺

- Pure water makes neutral solution. It is not acid, neither basic.

2H₂O ⇄  H₃O⁺  +  OH⁻