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Moderate. It's pH can vary from 9,5 till 14.

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Soap is made by reacting a strong alkali (such as sodium hydroxide) with fats or oils, resulting in a chemical reaction called saponification. The final product, soap, is neutral and not classified as a strong or weak alkali.

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Does soap contain a weak acid or a strong alkali?

Soap does not contain a weak acid or a strong alkali. Soap is a salt of a fatty acid, usually a sodium salt, which makes it a mild detergent that can help remove dirt and oils.


Is soap strong or weak alkali?

Moderate. It's pH can vary from 9,5 till 14.


Is is soap solution strong or weak acid?

its an alkali, the other side of the pH scale you numpty;)


What is the reaction when you add acids and alkali's?

you create a neutral solution -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Well it depends actually it doesn't always create a neutral solution. Here's the order: Strong Alkali + Strong Acid = Neutralisation (water + salt) Strong Alkali + Weak Acid = Weak Alkali Weak Alkali + Weak Acid = Neutralisation ( water + salt) Weak Alkali + Strong Acid = Weak Acid Strong Alkali + Strong Acid = Neutralisation (water + salt) Hope it helps! :)


Is KOH a weak or a strong alkali?

Strong


Is washing up liquid a weak or strong alkali?

it is weak and strong because it neutralises acids. So its strong not weak but weak not strong.


Is ammonia a strong alkali?

Yes, ammonia is a weak alkali. It is a weak base that can accept a proton to form the ammonium ion.


What pH is a weak alkali?

A weak alkali typically has a pH between 8 and 10. Examples of weak alkalis include baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) and ammonia.


Is alkali an acid?

No. Alkali's and acids are an separate ends of the pH scale, the pH of acids being 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 (strong to weak) and the pH of alkali's being 11, 12, 13, 14 and 15 (weak to strong). Examples of acids are hydrochloric acid (strong) and vinegar (weak). Toothpaste is an example of a weak alkali.


Is toothpaste a strong alkali or a weak?

Toothpaste is slightly basic, but it is not considered a strong alkali. The pH of toothpaste typically ranges from 7 to 9, which is mild compared to strong alkalis like sodium hydroxide or ammonia.


Is ammonia a strong weak or non-electrolyte?

Amonia is actually a weak base. Therefore it is a weak electrolyte.


5 adics and 5 alkalis you would find in your home?

i only have 3 so someone needs to improve this acids: vinegar, lemon and lime alkalis: soap, baking powder and water i also have a neutral which is soda water