Question

name some common alkalis and their uses.

Answer 1

Uses of common Alkalis

Sodium hydroxide is used to make paper, detergents and soap.

Potassium hydroxide is used in farming to make acidic soil more alkaline so that plants will grow better in it, and is also used as the electrolyte in alkaline, Ni-Cd, and Ni-MH batteries.

Answer 2

Sodium hydroxide which is used in soap.
potassium hydroxide which is used in farming