What is a base
A substance with a pH greater than 7
What is an alkali
A base that dissolves in water
What ions do alkalis form when they dissolve in water?
Oh-
What is neutralisation
The reaction between acids and bases
What do metals react with acids to give?
Salts
Acid + metal —> ?
Salt + hydrogen
Acid + metal oxide/hydroxide —> ?
Salt + water
What does ammonia dissolve in water to give?
An alkaline solution
What ions do acids form in water?
H+