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13. (08.04 LC)

Which type of substance ionizes partially and gives off hydrogen ions when dissolved in water? (5 points)

a. Strong acid

b. Strong base

c. Weak acid

d. Weak base

anyone know??? HELPPPPP

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Answer:

c. Weak acid

Step-by-step explanation:

  • A substance that gives off hydrogen ions (H⁺) when dissolved in water is an acid.
  • An acid that ionizes only partially when dissolved in water is a weak acid.

Thus the correct answer is option c. Weak acid.

A strong acid would ionize completely, while a base would give off hydroxide ions (OH⁻).

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