Which of the Following Is Not a Characteristic Property of Bases

question 32

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a characteristic property of bases?

• A) taste bitter
• B) turn litmus from pink to blue
• C) neutralize acids
• D) react with carbonates to produce carbon dioxide gas
• E) feel slippery

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