Consider the following statement : "Acids are substances that dissociate in water to give hydrogen ions H^+ (aq), and bases are substances that produce hydroxyl ions OH^- (aq)." The above statement is based on which one of the following concepts?
- A. Brønsted-Lowry concept
- B. Lewis acid-base concept
- C. Arrhenius concept ✓
- D. Conjugate acid-base concept
Correct Answer: C. Arrhenius concept
Explanation
The Arrhenius concept defines acids as substances that release H+ ions in an aqueous solution, and bases as substances that release OH- ions.
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