Bases
Bases are the chemical opposites of acids. They release Hydroxide ions when placed in water and can accept Hydrogen ions. Bases taste bitter and they feel soapy and slippery. Bases can dissolve in water are called alkalis and form alkaline solutions. Bases can also cancel out or neutralise acids.
Properties:
- Bases produce hydroxide ions in aqueous situations
- Bases are electron pair donors
- React with acids to form salts and water
Properties:
- Bases produce hydroxide ions in aqueous situations
- Bases are electron pair donors
- React with acids to form salts and water