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Which is the strongest base in aqueous solution? a. hoc2h4oh b. ch3oh c. naoh d. nh3

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Answer: option c) the strongest base in aqueous solution is NaOH

Step-by-step explanation:

the strongest base in aqueous solution is NaOH because strength of a base is determined by its ability to donate hydroxide ions (OH-) in solution. and NaOH dissociates completely in water to produce Na+ and OH- ions. The presence of a fully dissociated hydroxide ion makes NaOH a strong base.

While, HOC2H4OH and CH3OH are weak acids. HOC2H4OH is ethylene glycol and CH3OH is methanol are weak acid due to the presence of the (-OH) group.

Also, NH3 (ammonia), is a weak base though it can accept H⁺ to form NH4+

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