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What is the Bronsted-Lowry definition of a base?

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A base is a proton acceptor. 
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Answer;

Proton acceptor

Step-by-step explanation;

  • According to Bronsted-Lowry, a base is a solution that behaves as a proton acceptor, and these protons are in the form of a hydrogen (H+) ion. A base is a species that is capable of accepting a proton, which requires a lone pair of electrons to bond to the H+.
  • A Bronsted-Lowry acid is a species which is capable of donating a proton or a hydrogen ion (H+).
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