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An aqueous solution of sodium carbonate has a `pH` greater than `7` because

A

It contains more carbonate ions than `H_(2)O` molecules

B

It cantains more hydroxide ions that carbonate ions

C

`Na^(+)` ions react with water

D

Carbonate ions react with `H_(2)O`

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The correct Answer is:
B
`pHgt7 =` Basic
It means it contains more hydroxide ions than carbonate ions.
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