Hydroxyl ion

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-006359",
  "term": "Hydroxyl ion",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "A polyatomic anion with the chemical formula OH-, consisting of an oxygen atom bonded to a hydrogen atom and carrying a negative charge. While prevalent in aqueous solutions, its direct role in gas-phase atmospheric chemistry is limited compared to the neutral hydroxyl radical. It is a strong base and nucleophile in liquid-phase reactions.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/hydroxyl-ion/"
}