Question

the differnce between alkali and alkaline​

Answer 1

Answer:

Alkali and alkaline earth metals are basic elements, and the compounds they form are also basic compounds. When added to water, the solutions show pH values higher than pH 7. These compounds are used for different purposes such as neutralizing or reducing the acidity of a medium. Alkali metals are the group 1 metals of the periodic table whereas alkaline earth metals are in the group 2. The main difference between alkali and alkaline is that alkali metals have one valence electron whereas alkaline earth metals have two valence electrons.

Answer 2

Step-by-step explanation:

Alkali is a base which can be dissolved in water

If a substance shows basic behavior it is called alkaline