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Lab: Measuring pH — Unit test

Question 5 • Foothill-B Period-Chemistry-26/27B

What is the Arrhenius definition of a base?

Answer
A
A substance that increases H3O+ concentration when it is dissolved in water.
B
A substance that increases OH– concentration when it is dissolved in water.
C
A compound that donates protons.
D
A compound that accepts protons.

Explanation

An Arrhenius base is a substance that increases the concentration of OH⁻ ions when dissolved in water. Choice B gives this definition. Choice D describes a Brønsted–Lowry base, which accepts protons.

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