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Electrolytes
pH is a measu...
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pH is a measure of the concentration of hydrogen ions in a solution. The lower the pH, the higher the concentration of hydrogen ions, and the more acidic a solution is. Alkaline or basic solutions have lower concentrations of hydrogen ions and a pH above 7. Which of the following substances has the highest pH value?

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Pineapple juice
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Caustic soda
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Wine
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Blood
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Solution

The correct option is A Caustic soda

Sodium hydroxide has the formula, NaOH and is also known as caustic soda or lye. It is extremely alkali and has a ph of 12. It is one of the strongest alkaline chemicals.


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