NEETChemistryIonic Equilibrium
How does the Lewis concept of bases compare to the Brönsted-Lowry concept?
Options
- AIn the Lewis concept, bases provide a proton.
- BIn the Lewis concept, bases provide a lone pair.
- CIn the Lewis concept, bases provide a hydrogen ion.
- DIn the Lewis concept, bases provide a hydroxide ion.
Correct answer
B. In the Lewis concept, bases provide a lone pair.
Step-by-step solution
In both the Lewis and Brönsted-Lowry concepts, bases provide a lone pair.