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Hydronium ion (H₃O⁺)

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

The aqueous hydrogen ion, represented as H3O+(aq), formed when hydrogen ions associate with water molecules.

AP course connection

Topic 8.1: 8.1 Introduction to Acids and Bases

Unit 8

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