How do the saline hydrides react in water? A) They reduce water and produce O₂(g). B) They all produce H₃O⁺(aq). C) They oxidize water and produce O₂(g). D) Saline hydrides are actually insoluble in water. E) They reduce water and produce H₂(g).

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Saline hydrides react with water to produce hydrogen gas and the corresponding hydroxide ion. This can be represented by the following equation: NaH + H2O -> NaOH + H2 Therefore, the correct answer is (E) - they reduce water and produce H₂(g).

How Do the Saline Hydrides React in Water