Which one of the following salts will produce an alkaline solution when dissolved in water?
Correct answer: C. Na2CO3
- A. NH4Cl
- B. NaNO3
- C. Na2CO3
- D. Na2SO4
Explanation
The correct answer is Na2CO3. Sodium carbonate forms an alkaline solution because it undergoes hydrolysis in water, releasing hydroxide ions (OH-) which increase the pH. In contrast:NH4Cl forms an acidic solution due to ammonium ions generating hydronium ions.NaNO3 remains neutral as neither ion affects pH significantly.Na2SO4 also results in a neutral solution for similar reasons to NaNO3.
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