Question

After removing the H⁺ ion from the water molecule:

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• OH⁻ is formed.

• OH is formed.

• \[\ce{^\bullet OH}\] is formed.

• Both OH⁻ and \[\ce{^\bullet OH}\] are formed.

Answer 1

OH⁻ is formed.

Explanation:

Removing a positive hydrogen ion (H⁺) from neutral water (H₂O) leaves behind a negatively charged hydroxide ion (OH⁻).