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  • Able to accept protons (H+)
  • neutralise acid
  • giving higher pH values
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Bases are substances that release hydroxide ions (OH-) in solution, taste bitter, feel slippery, and turn red litmus paper blue. They typically have a pH greater than 7 and can neutralize acids. Examples of bases include sodium hydroxide (NaOH) and ammonia (NH3).

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