Bases

Bases contain lots __________ ions.

• Hydrogen

• Oxygen

• Hydroxide

• Nitrogen

Bases taste __________

• Sour

• Sweet

• Bitter

• Salty

A weak base has less hydroxide ions than a strong base.

• True

• False

Select the two (2) strong bases below.

• Aqueous Ammonia

• Sodium Hydroxide

• Potassium Hydroxide

• Magnesium Hydroxide

Select the two (2) weak bases below.

• Magnesium Hydroxide

• Aqueous Ammonia

• Sodium Hydroxide

• Potassium Hydroxide

Which of the following is used as an antacid?

• Sodium Hydroxide

• Magnesium Hydroxide

• Citrus Acid

• Aqueous Ammonia

Bases are _________ when touched.

• Sticky

• Rough

• Slippery

• Soft