An Alkaline Solution Is One That Has

question 22

Multiple Choice

An alkaline solution is one that has

• A) a high concentration of hydroxyl ions and a low concentration of hydrogen ions.
• B) a low concentration of hydroxyl ions and a high concentration of hydrogen ions.
• C) a low concentration of hydroxyl ions and a low concentration of hydrogen ions.
• D) equal concentrations of hydroxyl and hydrogen ions.

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