alkali
Definition
Water soluble strong base. Alkalis feel soapy to touch, have pH above 7.0, and turn litmus paper blue. Strong alkalis (such as caustic soda) can cause severe burns.
alkali is in the Industries, Manufacturing, & Technology and Material & Occupational Safety subjects.
alkali appears in the definitions of the following terms: caustic and chemical burn
alkali appears in the other term: alkaline
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