an aqueous solution of sodium carbonate is basic not acidic . explain

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Sodium carbonate is a basic salt, that is a salt prepared from reaction of a weak acid acid and a strong base. Thus, it possesses basic properties, and so an aqueous solution of sodium carbonate is basic in nature.

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