According to Arrhenius Theory,what Is an Acid

question 44

Multiple Choice

According to Arrhenius theory,what is an acid?

• A)A substance that contains a high concentration of hydrogen ions in solutions with water
• B)A substance that will lower the hydrogen ion concentration when placed in water
• C)A substance that has an H in its formula
• D)An electron pair donor
• E)An electron pair acceptor

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Definitions:

Polar Molecule

A molecule with an uneven distribution of charge due to differences in electronegativity between bonded atoms, resulting in a dipole moment.

Molecular Polarity

A characteristic of a molecule with uneven distribution of electron density, resulting in the molecule having a positive end and a negative end.

Carbon Monoxide

A colorless, odorless, and tasteless gas produced by incomplete combustion, toxic to humans and animals when inhaled.

Molecular Polarity

A characteristic of molecules where there is an unequal distribution of electrons between atoms, leading to a molecule having a positive end and a negative end.