Question

State the uses of alkalies? ​

Answer 1

Answer:

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

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On the pH scale, alkali has a pH of 7.1 or greater. Alkalis are usually water soluble with applications in the chemical, environmental and metallurgical industries.

Explanation:

    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.
• Calcium hydroxide is used to neutralize acidic soil.
• Ammonium hydroxide is used as a cleansing agent.