If pH of solution X is 6 and pH of solution Y is 13.
What is formed when X and Y are reacted with each other? [1 mark]
A. Acidic salt
B. Neutral salt
C. Basic salt
D. Amphoteric salt
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Solution
The corret answer is option C. Basic salt.
X is a weak acid (as pH is close to 7).
Y is strong base (as pH is close to 14).
Thus, when strong base and weak acid react, a basic salt is formed.