Question

Identify all the physical properties of a base.

Answer 1

Answer:

• Bases are ionic compounds that produce negative hydrogen ions (OH⁻) when dissolved in water.
• An example of a base is Sodium Hydroxide (NaOH).
• Bases have a bitter taste.
• Bases feel slippery.
• Bases conduct electricity when dissolved in water.
• Bases change litmus paper from red to blue in colour.
• They react with acids to form a salt and water, this process is called neutralisation.
• The pH of bases ranges from 8-14.
• Turns phenolphthalein pink.

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