Asked by Carson Buskard on Apr 23, 2024
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Substances that are ____ give up hydrogen ions when they dissolve in water.
A) basic
B) acidic
C) neutral
D) hydrophobic
E) buffered
Hydrogen Ions
Positively charged atoms of hydrogen, significant in acid-base chemistry and pH balance in biological systems.
Acidic
Having a pH less than 7, indicating the presence of a higher concentration of hydrogen ions (H+) in solution.
Hydrophobic
Characterized by a tendency to repel water; substances that do not mix with water.
- Understand the behavior of acidic substances in water.
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kamryn Tucker7 days ago
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Substances that give up hydrogen ions when they dissolve in water are considered acidic. Examples of acidic substances include lemon juice, vinegar, and stomach acid.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the behavior of acidic substances in water.