Respuesta :
D. The option that is NOT a characteristic property of many bases is "turns blue litmus paper red"
What is a base?
A base is a substance that can neutralize the acid by reacting with hydrogen ions. Most bases are minerals that react with acids to form water and salts.
Characteristics of a base
- Bitter taste (opposed to sour taste of acids)
- Slimy, or soapy feel on fingers (Slippery)
- Many bases react with acids and precipitate salts.
- Strong bases may react violently with acids. ...
- Bases turn red litmus paper blue.
- Bases are substances that contain metal oxides or hydroxides.
Characteristics of acids
- Sour in taste
- Corrosive in nature
- Turns blue litmus paper red
Thus, the option that is NOT a characteristic property of many bases is "turns blue litmus paper red".
Learn more about bases here: https://brainly.com/question/9836972
#SPJ1
The complete question is below:
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic property of many bases?
A. Bitter in taste
B. Turns blue litmus paper red
C. Slippery to touch
D. Turns red litmus paper blue