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Properties of Bases

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Consider the following statements.

Statement 1: Bases are sour in nature.
Statement 2: Bases are soapy to touch.

A

Both statements are true.

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B

Both statements are false.

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C

Only statement 1 is true.

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D

Only statement 2 is true.

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Solution

The correct option is D Only statement 2 is true.
Bases are bitter in taste and soapy to touch.

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