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10/12/2021 11:27 am
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The hydride ion H- is stronger base than its hydroxide ion OH-. Which of the following reactions will occur if sodium hydride (NaH) is dissolved in water?
(a) H-(aq) + H2O → H3O-
(b) H-(aq) + H2O(l) → OH- + H2
(c) H- + H2O → No reaction
(d) None of these
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10/12/2021 11:29 am
Correct answer: (b) H-(aq) + H2O(l) → OH- + H2
Explanation:
H-(aq) + H2O(l) → OH- + H2
Since H- is a strong base it will abstract H+ to form H2O.