Brönsted–Lowry Theory Quiz
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In the context of Brönsted–Lowry theory, what characterizes a base?

  • A substance capable of accepting an electron from an acid
  • A substance capable of donating a proton to an acid
  • A substance capable of accepting a proton from an acid (correct)
  • A substance capable of donating an electron

    • According to the Brönsted–Lowry theory, what defines an acid?

  • A substance capable of accepting an electron
  • A substance capable of donating a proton (correct)
  • A substance capable of accepting a proton
  • A substance capable of donating an electron

    • What distinguishes a substance as an acid based on the Brönsted–Lowry theory?

  • Ability to donate a proton (correct)
  • Ability to accept an electron
  • Ability to accept a proton
  • Ability to donate an electron

    • What determines the relative strengths of acids and bases?

    <p>Their tendencies to give up and take on protons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is HCl considered a strong acid in water?

    <p>It gives up its proton readily</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the strength of an acid or base vary with the solvent?

    <p>The strength varies with the ability of the solvent to accept the proton from the acid</p> Signup and view all the answers

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