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Define an alkali and an acid​

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An acid is a substance that produces hydrogen ions, H +(aq), when dissolved in water. The higher the concentration of hydrogen ions in the solution, the lower the pH . ( Higher tier) An alkali is a substance that produces hydroxide ions, OH -(aq), when dissolved in water.

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