Here's why:

* pH scale: The pH scale measures the acidity or alkalinity of a solution. It ranges from 0 to 14.

* Neutral: A pH of 7 is considered neutral.

* Alkaline (Basic): Values above 7 are alkaline (basic). The higher the number, the more alkaline the solution.

Therefore, a pH of 7.6 is more alkaline than a pH of 7.0.