Base
proton acceptor according to Bronsted Lawry theory
Bases are…
usually oxides or hydroxides of metals including ammonium
Alkaline
soluble base
Alkaline properties
bitter taste, soapy slipper feel, electrolytes (electricity)
Strong alkalis
completely ionized in aq solution
Weak alkalis
partially ionized in aq solution
Salts
formed when H+ ions from acids are displaced by reactive metals or ammonium cation