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Question 8 • Physical Science

A compound that releases hydrogen ions in solution would most likely have which chemical property?

Answer
A
It would react with metals to form a salt and water.
B
It would react with nonmetals to form a salt and water.
C
It would react with nonmetals to form hydrogen gas.
D
It would react with metals to form hydrogen gas.

Explanation

A substance that releases hydrogen ions in water is an acid. Acids commonly react with metals to produce hydrogen gas and a salt, so the correct choice is “It would react with metals to form hydrogen gas.”

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