Which of the Statements Describes the Following Reaction? Mg(OH)₂ →

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which of the statements describes the following reaction? Mg(OH) ₂ → Mg²⁺ + 2 HO^

• A) This reaction is the dissociation of a strong acid.
• B) This reaction is the dissociation of a weak acid.
• C) This is the reaction of a strong base.
• D) This is the reaction of a weak base.
• E) This is not an acid-base reaction.

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