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Generally, inorganic compounds known as hydroxides, such as sodium hydroxide, are alkaline (have a pH above 7 in solution). Any compound which has such a pH in solution can be considered alkaline.

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one alkaline substance is baking soda. the pH of baking soda is around 8.2 that means it is an alkaline substance

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some are but not all for instance milk of magnesia, toothpaste, shampoo and soap...

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A substance with a pH greater than 7,00 in an aqueous solution.

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These are bases and alkaline salts.

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Lye

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