Question

Which compound is an Arrhenius base? (1 point)
Responses

HClO
cap h cap c l cap o

H3PO4
cap h sub 3 cap p cap o sub 4

Ca(OH)2
cap c A cap o cap h sub 2

HNO3

Answers

GPT-4o mini
An Arrhenius base is a substance that increases the concentration of hydroxide ions (OH⁻) in aqueous solution. Among the compounds listed, the one that qualifies as an Arrhenius base is:

**Ca(OH)₂ (calcium hydroxide)**

This compound dissociates in water to produce Ca²⁺ and OH⁻ ions.

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