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Question
An aqueous solution of ammonia is ______.
Options
neutral
acidic
basic
amphoteric
MCQ
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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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