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Which of the following are acidic and which are basic?
(a) Lime water (b) Vinegar (c) Toothpaste (d) Stomach juices (e) Lemon juice (f) Baking soda solution (g) Milk of magnesia (h) Ammonia solution (i) Shampoo (j) Aerated drinks

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Acidic: vinegar, stomach juices, lemon juice, aerated drinks
Basic: lime water, baking soda solution, milk of magnesia, ammonia solution, shampoo

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