The diagram below illustrates the structure of a chemical. Which of the following most accurately describes the type of molecule depicted in the image?

Question

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Responses

This chemical is a base because it can release OH- ions.
This chemical is a base because it can release OH - ions.

This chemical is a base because it can release H+ ions.
This chemical is a base because it can release H + ions.

This chemical is an acid because it can release OH⁻ ions.
This chemical is an acid because it can release OH⁻ ions.

This chemical is an acid because it can release H+ ions.

Answer 1

Based on the descriptions provided, the most accurate choice would be:

"This chemical is an acid because it can release H+ ions."

Acids are defined as substances that can donate protons (H+ ions) in a solution. If the chemical depicted can release H+ ions, then it would be classified as an acid.