The illustration below illustrates the configuration of a chemical compound. Which of the following descriptions most accurately characterizes the type of molecule depicted. [Na] + [OH]-

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

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

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

Answer 1

The correct response is:

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

The compound depicted is sodium hydroxide (NaOH), which is a strong base that dissociates in solution to produce hydroxide ions (OH-). Thus, it is characterized as a base because of its ability to release OH- ions.