Question

A base is a chemical that dissociated, releasing free _________ ions.

Answer 1

Answer:

Hydroxyl OH⁻ ions

Explanation:

Base -

• It is a solution , which can turn red litmus paper blue .
• base is also called as an alkaline .
• the reaction of a base with an acid gives salt and water .
• in an aqueous solution , the base dissociates to release Hydroxyl OH⁻ ions .

• OH⁻ ions are electron rich species .
• The example of some common bases are , Sodium hydroxide , Potassium hydroxide , Calcium hydroxide etc.