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Which of these characteristics best describes a basic solution? A:It tastes sour. B:It does not conduct electricity. C:It feels slippery. D:It turns litmus paper red.
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Which of these characteristics best describes a basic solution?

A:It tastes sour.

B:It does not conduct electricity.

C:It feels slippery.

D:It turns litmus paper red.

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C. It feels slippery

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I believe the correct answer would be that it feels slippery. Being slippery or soapy is one characteristic of a base. This due to the fact that it dissolves the oils and fatty acids from the skin.  Other characteristics would be that it turns litmus paper blue and has a bitter taste.
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