What is the Arrhenius definition of a base?
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What is the Arrhenius definition of a base?
Acids and Bases:
The strength of acids and bases are measured with the pH scale. Acids have a pH less than 7 and bases have a pH greater than 7. When a strong acid and a strong base are combined a salt and water are produced.
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View this answerAn Arrhenius base is a substance that contributes hydroxide ions when in a solution.
The hydroxide ion is OH-1. Compounds such as NaOH and KOH can be...
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Arrhenius Base: Definition, Theory & Examples
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Chapter 5 / Lesson 18Learn to define Arrhenius Base. Understand the theory behind the behavior of bases, characteristics and limitations of Arrhenius bases, and see examples.
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