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CHM 101 CHM 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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An Arrhenius acid is a substance that:
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A Increases [H⁺] in aqueous solution
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B Donates a proton
C Accepts electron pairs
D Increases [OH⁻] in solution
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Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

According to Arrhenius, an acid is a substance that increases the concentration of H⁺ ions when dissolved in water.

Hint

Arrhenius definition: acid produces H⁺ in water.

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