Substances that are ____ give up hydrogen ions when they dissolve in water.

A) basic
B) acidic
C) neutral
D) hydrophobic
E) buffered

Hydrogen Ions

Positively charged atoms of hydrogen, significant in acid-base chemistry and pH balance in biological systems.

Acidic

Having a pH less than 7, indicating the presence of a higher concentration of hydrogen ions (H+) in solution.

Hydrophobic

Characterized by a tendency to repel water; substances that do not mix with water.