Question

Select the correct statments with respect to bases:

(I) Bases have bitter taste and soapy touch.

(II) With carbon dioxide, they form salt and water.

(III) The gas evolved with zinc metal extinguishes a lightning splinter.

(a) Statements (I) and (III) are correct
(b) Only Statement (I) is correct
(c) Statement (I) and (II) are correct
(d) Only statement (II) correct

please give a explanation too...​

Answer 1

Answer:

c) is the correct option

Explanation:

I) is the characteristics of bases

II) is true for bases because carbon dioxide is an acidic oxide so when it reacts with bases, Neutralisation reaction takes place and salt and water is formed

III) is FALSE. The gas evolved when reaction with zinc is hydrogen. it burns with a pop sound. It doesn't extinguish fire