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A(n) _____ may be defined as a compound which contributes hydroxide ions or increases the OH- concentration when dissolved in water.

salt
base
ester
acid

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Answer:

Base

Step-by-step explanation:

Bases on dissolving with water release hydroxide ions

Take a example of Sodium hydroxide

  • NaOH+H_2O-->Na_0+OH-
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