7.1 - Defining Acids and Bases: Brønsted-Lowry and Lewis Theories
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What defines a Brønsted-Lowry Acid?
💡 Hint: Think about what an acid does in a reaction.
What is a Lewis Base?
💡 Hint: Focus on the term 'donate' in the definition.
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What is the primary definition of a Brønsted-Lowry Acid?
💡 Hint: Consider what action an acid performs in reactions.
Lewis acids do what?
💡 Hint: Focus on how electron interactions define these acids.
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Using both Brønsted-Lowry and Lewis theories, analyze the reaction between acetic acid (CH₃COOH) and sodium hydroxide (NaOH). Identify the acids, bases, conjugates, and how they fit into both theories.
💡 Hint: Identify proton donors and acceptors in the reaction for each theory.
Evaluate the statement: 'All reactions between Lewis acids and bases must involve protons.' Discuss and provide an example to support your argument.
💡 Hint: Focus on the distinctions between Lewis and Brønsted-Lowry definitions.
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