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Alkali
No an alkali is the opposite of an acid. Alkali = basic; acid = acidic.
alkali is used to reduce acid and acid is used to reduce alkali
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All alkali metals and alkali earth metals below calcium react vigorously with acids.
No, mint is not an alkali. Mint is a type of herb that is commonly used in culinary and medicinal applications. Alkalis are a different category of substances that have a high pH level and can neutralize acids.
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No. Alkali's and acids are an separate ends of the pH scale, the pH of acids being 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 (strong to weak) and the pH of alkali's being 11, 12, 13, 14 and 15 (weak to strong). Examples of acids are hydrochloric acid (strong) and vinegar (weak). Toothpaste is an example of a weak alkali.
Magnesium oxide is a basic compound, also known as an alkali. It reacts with acids to form salts and water.
This substance is called a pH indicator.