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Which of the following is a basic solution? HCl dissolved in water b. household ammonia c. vinegar d. pure water

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Answer:

B. Household ammonia.

Step-by-step explanation:

NH₃ is a base, so the solution always will be basic.

NH₃ takes the proton from the water. In conclusion we have free OH⁻ in medium, that's why the solution is basic.

NH₃ + H₂O → NH₄⁺ + OH⁻

- HCl + H₂O → H₃O⁺ + Cl⁻

This reaction makes an acid solution, cause the H₃O⁺

- Vinegar is a compound made of acetic acid.

CH₃COOH + H₂O ⇄ H₃O⁺ + CH₃COO⁻

This reaction also makes an acid solution, cause the H₃O⁺

- Pure water makes neutral solution. It is not acid, neither basic.

2H₂O ⇄ H₃O⁺ + OH⁻

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