What do you understand by an alkali? Give two examples of: (a) strong alkalis (b) weak alkalis
What do you understand by an alkali? Give two examples of:
(a) strong alkalis
(b) weak alkalis
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An alkali is a basic hydroxide which when dissolved in water produces hydroxyl ions (OH-) as the only negatively charged ions.
(a) Strong alkalis: Sodium hydroxide , Potassium hydroxide
(b) Weak alkalis: Calcium hydroxide , Ammonium hydroxide
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