Bassify vs Basicify: Which is the Right Verb for Making a Solution Basic?

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The discussion centers on the appropriate verb for describing the process of making a solution basic. The term "basify" is highlighted as the correct choice, as referenced from Wiktionary. There is some humor in the conversation, with "bassify" being associated with enhancing audio systems or fish, while "alkalize" is also mentioned as a potential alternative. The focus remains on clarifying the correct terminology in a scientific context.
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Which is the correct verb to describe the act of making a solution basic?
 
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