{"id":151064,"date":"2022-03-21T12:07:05","date_gmt":"2022-03-21T06:37:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/base-definition-history-properties-reactions-and-types\/"},"modified":"2024-12-12T11:55:06","modified_gmt":"2024-12-12T06:25:06","slug":"base-definition-history-properties-reactions-and-types","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/chemistry\/base\/","title":{"rendered":"Base &#8211; Definition, History, Properties, Reactions, and Types"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_37 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><label for=\"item\" aria-label=\"Table of Content\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: center;width: 35px;height: 30px;justify-content: center;\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' style='display:block'><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/chemistry\/base\/#What_is_a_Base_in_Chemistry\" title=\"What is a Base in Chemistry?\">What is a Base in Chemistry?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/chemistry\/base\/#Properties_of_Bases\" title=\"Properties of Bases\">Properties of Bases<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/chemistry\/base\/#Reactions_Between_Bases_and_Water\" title=\"Reactions Between Bases and Water\">Reactions Between Bases and Water<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/chemistry\/base\/#Strong_Bases\" title=\"Strong Bases\">Strong Bases<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/chemistry\/base\/#Super_Bases\" title=\"Super Bases\">Super Bases<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/chemistry\/base\/#Weak_Bases\" title=\"Weak Bases\">Weak Bases<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/chemistry\/base\/#Types_of_Base\" title=\"Types of Base\">Types of Base<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_Base_in_Chemistry\"><\/span>What is a Base in Chemistry?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Base &#8211; Definition: A <a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/chemistry\/base\/\">base<\/a> is a molecule that can accept a proton (H+) from a molecule of acid. This creates a salt and water. There are many different types of bases, but all of them share the ability to accept a proton.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-151063 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/base-definition-history-properties-reactions-and-types.jpg\" alt=\"Base - Definition, History, Properties, Reactions, and Types\" width=\"606\" height=\"428\" srcset=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/base-definition-history-properties-reactions-and-types.jpg?v=1647969039 606w, https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/base-definition-history-properties-reactions-and-types-300x212.jpg?v=1647969039 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 606px) 100vw, 606px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Properties_of_Bases\"><\/span>Properties of Bases<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A base is a molecule that can accept a proton (H+) from an acid. The acid donates a proton to the base, forming a salt and water. Bases are also molecules that can release a hydroxide ion (OH\u2212) in water. The hydroxide ion is what makes a base a base.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reactions_Between_Bases_and_Water\"><\/span>Reactions Between Bases and Water<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When a base reacts with water, it forms a hydroxide ion (OH-) and a water molecule. For example, when sodium hydroxide (NaOH) dissolves in water, it forms sodium ions (Na+) and hydroxide ions (OH-).<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Strong_Bases\"><\/span>Strong Bases<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Strong bases are bases that completely dissociate in water to form the cation and hydroxide ion.<\/p>\n<p>Examples of strong bases include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>sodium hydroxide<\/li>\n<li>potassium hydroxide<\/li>\n<li>ammonium hydroxide<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Super_Bases\"><\/span>Super Bases<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>A superbase is a compound that is capable of abstracting a hydrogen atom from an organic molecule. The hydrogen atom is then transferred to an inorganic molecule, typically a metal hydride. This process is known as hydrogenation.<\/li>\n<li>Superbases are used in the industrial production of various chemicals, including synthetic rubber, gasoline, and plastics. They are also used in the hydrogenation of fats and oils to produce margarine and other types of food products.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Weak_Bases\"><\/span>Weak Bases<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Weak bases are those that do not ionize completely in water. They have a lower dissociation constant than strong bases. As a result, they are less able to pull protons from water and are less alkaline.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Types_of_Base\"><\/span>Types of Base<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There are many different types of base, each with their own unique set of characteristics. Some of the most common types of base include:<\/p>\n<p>1. Alkali base: Alkali base is a type of base that is highly soluble in water and is often used in the production of soaps and detergents. Alkali base is also known for its ability to neutralize acids.<\/p>\n<p>2. Amphoteric base: Amphoteric base is a type of base that is capable of acting as both a base and an acid. Amphoteric base is often used in personal care products, such as shampoo and conditioner, because it helps to stabilize the pH levels of the product.<\/p>\n<p>3. Basic base: Basic base is a type of base that is known for its high alkalinity. Basic base is often used in industrial applications, such as the production of plastics and resins.<\/p>\n<p>4. Neutral base: Neutral base is a type of base that is neither acidic nor alkaline. Neutral base is often used in pharmaceuticals and cosmetics because it does not alter the pH levels of the product.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What is a Base in Chemistry? 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