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What is a base in chemistry?
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A base releases hydroxide ions when dissolved in a solution
An alkali is a type of base because it releases OH- in a solution
Original post by VoiidDev
What is a base in chemistry?

Base - proton acceptor
Metal hydroxides, carbonates, oxides…
Ammonia (A Level, forms dative covalent bond)

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