An alkali is a base that is:
Topic: Chemical Properties of Bases · Skill: Compare physical properties of metals and non-metals

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Understand bases without unsafe testing
Compare physical properties of metals and non-metals, Identify exceptions to general metallic and non-metallic properties, Predict reactions of acids with metals, Predict reactions of bases with non-metal oxides, Distinguish water of crystallisation from ordinary moisture
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Identify bases, alkalis and safe property clues.
Use safe observations, not taste.
An alkali is a base that is:
Topic: Chemical Properties of Bases · Skill: Compare physical properties of metals and non-metals
In a lab, students should test bases by:
Topic: Chemical Properties of Bases · Skill: Identify exceptions to general metallic and non-metallic properties
Alkalis commonly produce which ions in water?
Topic: Nature of Acids and Bases · Skill: Predict reactions of acids with metals
Which is an alkali?
Topic: Chemical Properties of Bases · Skill: Compare physical properties of metals and non-metals
Why is bitter taste not a safe test for bases?
Topic: Chemical Properties of Bases · Skill: Identify exceptions to general metallic and non-metallic properties