Generally, strong bases are hydroxide salts of
A) transition metals.
B) the halogens.
C) alkali and alkaline earth metals.
D) the noble gases.
E) any element.

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Strong bases are typically hydroxide salts of alkali metals (like sodium, potassium) and alkaline earth metals (like calcium, magnesium). These metals easily lose electrons to form positive ions, which then bond with hydroxide ions to form strong bases.

Generally, Strong Bases Are Hydroxide Salts of