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Which of the following is not an alkali? (a) Ca(OH)2 (b) КОН (c) NH4OH (d) Cu(OH)2

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Question

Which of the following is not an alkali?

Options

  • Ca(OH)2

  • KОН

  • NH4OH

  • Cu(OH)2

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Solution

Cu(OH)2

Explanation:

Alkalis are specifically water-soluble bases. Copper hydroxide [Cu(OH)2] is completely insoluble in water, which means it is a base but cannot be called an alkali.

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Chapter 3: Acids, Bases and Salts - EXERCISE [Page 74]

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Lakhmir Singh Chemistry [English] Class 10 ICSE
Chapter 3 Acids, Bases and Salts
EXERCISE | Q 2. | Page 74
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