Brønsted-Lowry Definition
Definition
This definition expands on Arrhenius' definition by stating an acid donates protons (H+) and a base accepts protons.
Related terms
Arrhenius Definition: An older definition of acids as substances which increase the concentration of hydrogen ions when dissolved in water, and bases as substances which increase the concentration of hydroxide ions.
Proton Donor: A substance that donates a proton or H+ ion to another substance; according to Brønsted-Lowry theory, this is an acid.
Proton Acceptor: A substance that accepts a proton or H+ ion from another substance; according to Brønsted-Lowry theory, this is a base.
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Study guides (3)
AP Chemistry - 4.6 Introduction to Titration
AP Chemistry - 4.8 Introduction to Acid-Base Reactions
AP Chemistry - 8.1 Introduction to Acids and Bases
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