Base Strength

Definition

Base strength refers to the ability of a base (a substance that accepts hydrogen ions) to accept protons. The stronger the base, the more readily it accepts protons.

Related terms

Bronsted-Lowry Base: A base that can accept a proton or hydrogen ion.

pOH Scale: A measure of how basic or alkaline a substance is, based on its concentration of hydroxide ions.

Hydroxide Ion: The OH- ion which makes solutions alkaline and is accepted by acids.