Which of the Following Statements Is Correct

question 2

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is correct?

• A) A base is a H⁺ ion donor.
• B) Pure water is completely neutral and has a pH of 0.
• C) As the concentration of H⁺ goes up, the pH also goes up.
• D) If the hydroxyl ions outnumber the H⁺ ions, the pH will be less than 7.0.
• E) Bases reduce the concentration of H⁺ in water.

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