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An aqueous solution of ammonia is ______.

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An aqueous solution of ammonia is ______.

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  • neutral

  • acidic

  • basic

  • amphoteric

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Solution

An aqueous solution of ammonia is basic.

Explanation:

When ammonia gas dissolves in water, it generates hydroxyl ions (OH), which make the aqueous solution alkaline/basic and turn red litmus blue.

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Chapter 9: Study of Compounds: Ammonia - EXERCISE [Page 192]

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Lakhmir Singh Chemistry [English] Class 10 ICSE
Chapter 9 Study of Compounds: Ammonia
EXERCISE | Q 9. | Page 192
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