A Solution That Contains a Greater Concentration of Hydroxide Ions

question 6

Multiple Choice

A solution that contains a greater concentration of hydroxide ions (OH-) than hydrogen ions (H⁺) is a(n) _____ solution.

• A) acidic
• B) alkaline (basic)
• C) neutral
• D) Not enough information is given to determine the character of the solution.

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Definitions:

Cervix

The lower part of the uterus that opens into the vagina, acting as a gateway for sperm to enter the uterus and as a passage for menstrual fluid and babies.

Vagina

The muscular tube leading from the external genitals to the cervix of the uterus in women and most female mammals.

Ovarian Ligament

A fibrous ligament that connects the ovary to the lateral surface of the uterus.

Broad Ligament

A wide, flat sheet of peritoneum that supports the uterus, fallopian tubes, and ovaries within the pelvic cavity.