An alkali is a solution with a pH greater than 7.
An alkali is a solution with a pH greater than 7. It's formed when any soluble chemical base dissolves in water. Bases are typically metal hydroxides, oxides and carbonates. However, not all bases can produce alkalis – many are insoluble in water.
It's formed when any soluble chemical base dissolves in water. Bases are typically metal hydroxides, oxides and carbonates. However, not all bases can produce alkalis – many are insoluble in water.