Imines, which have C-N double bonds, are also known as the "Schiff" type of these substances. "Bulky" versions of these compounds such as potassium tert-butoxide cause exceptions to Zaitsev's rule during elimination reactions. Lithium monoxide anion is a "super" type of these compounds. These substances tend to hydrolyze triglycerides in a process called saponification. The Lewis type of these compounds are electron pair donors. Brønsted and Lowry defined these compounds as proton acceptors. For 10 points, name these compounds that have a pH greater than 7.
a) Alkanes
b) Alcohols
c) Acids
d) Bases

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