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Weak base

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Acids and Bases:
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In chemistry, a weak base is a chemical base that does not ionize fully in an aqueous solution. This results in a relatively low pH level.

Examples

  • Pyridine, C5H5N
  • Magnesium Hydroxide, Mg(OH)2
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