key term - Brønsted-Lowry base

Definition

A Brønsted-Lowry base is a substance that accepts a proton (H⁺ ion) in a chemical reaction.

Related terms

Acid:

An acid is a substance that donates or gives away a proton (H⁺ ion) in a chemical reaction.

Conjugate Acid:

In the context of acids and bases, the conjugate acid is formed when a base accepts or gains an additional proton.

Proton Donor: A proton donor refers to an acid, which donates or gives away its extra proton (H⁺ ion).