Is NH3 acidic or basic?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking about the chemical properties of ammonia (NH3) to determine whether it behaves as an acid or a base.
Answer
NH3 is basic.
NH3 (ammonia) is basic.
Answer for screen readers
NH3 (ammonia) is basic.
More Information
Ammonia (NH3) is a weak base. It can accept a proton (H+) from water, forming ammonium (NH4+) and hydroxide ions (OH-).
Sources
- Acids and Bases - Chemistry LibreTexts - chem.libretexts.org
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