Basic Solutions
Definition
Basic solutions are solutions that have more hydroxide ions (OH-) than hydrogen ions (H+) and therefore have a pH greater than 7.
Analogy
Imagine basic solutions as being like an ice cream shop where there are more chocolate scoops (representing OH- ions) compared to vanilla scoops (representing H+ ions). The dominance of chocolate scoops makes this shop 'chocolatey' just like how dominance of OH- makes the solution basic!
Related terms
Alkaline Solutions: Another term for basic solutions; these are solutions with excess hydroxide ions.
Neutralization Reaction: This is when an acid reacts with a base to form water and salt, often resulting in a neutral solution.
Indicator: A substance used to determine whether a solution is acidic or basic by changing color at different pH levels.
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