How do bases generate hydroxide ions in water?

By donating protons

By accepting protons

By donating hydroxide ions

By accepting hydroxide ions

Answer and Solution

C. By donating hydroxide ions

Bases generate hydroxide ions in water by donating hydroxide ions. Therefore, the correct answer is 'By donating hydroxide ions'.

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