Theories of acids and bases
1 mark · EasyState what happens to a base in a Bronsted-Lowry acid–base reaction.
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It accepts a proton (H^+)
Also accept: It accepts a hydrogen ion; Accepts a proton; Base gains H^+
Common mistakes: Donates a proton
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B1 · 1 mark · States that a base accepts a proton (H^+).
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In a Bronsted-Lowry acid–base reaction, a base accepts a proton (H^+).