In the reaction between hydrogen sulphate ion and water
$$HSO_4^ - + {H_2}O \to {H_3}O + SO_4^{2 - }$$
the water acts as
A. an acid
B. a base
C. a salt
D. an inert medium
Answer: Option B
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