When compound X is dissolved in water, it dissociates as shown: X→A+OH−. Then X is:
A
Arrhenius acid
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B
Arrhenius base
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C
Neutral
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D
Cannot be determined
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Solution
The correct option is BArrhenius base Since X dissociates into OH− on dissolving in water, it should be a base. An Arrhenius base gives out OH− ions on dissolving in water.