Which of the following ions does a base produce according to the original Arrhenius definition of a base? A) H⁺ B) OH⁻ C) H₂O D) none of these

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The original Arrhenius definition of a base states that a base produces hydroxide ions (OH-) in aqueous solutions. Option B includes the hydroxide ion in its chemical formula, making it the correct choice. Options A and C include unfamiliar or incorrect ions and option D implies that no ion is produced by a base, which is not true according to the original definition.

Which of the Following Ions Does a Base Produce According