Which of the Following Can Neutralize H⁺

Question

Which of the following can neutralize H⁺? A) Ca2⁺ B) Na⁺ C) OH^- D) H2O

Accepted Answer

The hydroxide ion (OH⁻) present in choice C can accept the hydrogen ion (H⁺) and form water (H₂O), neutralizing the acid. The other choices do not contain a hydroxide ion or any other species capable of accepting H⁺.