If the following substance is dissolved in pure water, will the solution be acidic, neutral, or basic? solid sodium cyanide (NaCN)
A) neutral
B) basic
C) acidic

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Sodium cyanide is a basic compound that will dissociate in water to produce hydroxide ions, OH-. This will increase the concentration of hydroxide ions in the water, making it more basic. Therefore, the solution will be basic.

If the Following Substance Is Dissolved in Pure Water, Will