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OpenStudy (anonymous):

When HBr combines with water, it produces H3O+ and Br- ions. This shows that HBr is a base. Answer True False

thomaster (thomaster):

More \(H_3O^+\) = acid More \(OH^-\) = base Sinces HBr produces \(H_3O^+\) and not \(OH^-\), it's an acid. HBr in water is called hydrobromic acid. So False is the answer.

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