What are the alkaline substances ?

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Lime ( CaO), Caustic Soda ( NaOH), Lime Water [ Ca (OH) 2], Toothpaste , Antacid [ Mg (OH) 2] or [Al (OH) 3], Copper Raw Soda ( NaCO3)

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