Ba(OH)2

Definition

Ba(OH)2 is a chemical formula for barium hydroxide, which is an alkaline earth metal hydroxide. It consists of one barium ion (Ba2+) and two hydroxide ions (OH-) combined together.

Related terms

Alkaline earth metal hydroxides: These are compounds formed by combining alkaline earth metals (like barium, calcium, magnesium) with hydroxide ions (OH-). They are typically strong bases that can readily release OH- ions in water.

Strong base: A strong base is a substance that easily donates OH- ions in water. It dissociates almost completely into its constituent ions and has a high concentration of OH-. Examples include sodium hydroxide (NaOH) and potassium hydroxide (KOH).

Weak base: Unlike strong bases, weak bases do not fully dissociate in water to release OH- ions. They have a lower concentration of OH-. Ammonia (NH3) is an example of a weak base.