Bases are ____________ in taste.

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Answer 1

The correct answer is Bitter

Key Points

Bases are typically known for their bitter taste.
Unlike acids, which are sour, bases often have a slippery feel and can be found in many household cleaning products.
Common examples of bases include baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) and soap.
It is important to handle bases with care as they can be corrosive and cause chemical burns.

Additional Information

Bases are substances that can accept hydrogen ions (protons) or, more generally, donate electron pairs.
They have a pH greater than 7, with higher values indicating stronger bases.
In aqueous solutions, bases release hydroxide ions (OH^-).
The pH scale is used to measure how acidic or basic a solution is, ranging from 0 (most acidic) to 14 (most basic), with 7 being neutral.
Common household items that are bases include ammonia, bleach, and baking soda.