ALKALIS - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Noun

any of various water-soluble compounds capable of turning litmus blue and reacting with an acid to form a salt and water

Example: bases include oxides and hydroxides of metals and ammonia

Meaning 2

Part of speech: Noun

a mixture of soluble salts found in arid soils and some bodies of water

Example: detrimental to agriculture

Synonyms

Alkali, Base