7.1.2 - The Lewis Theory
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What defines a Lewis acid?
💡 Hint: Think about electron acceptance.
Give an example of a Lewis base.
💡 Hint: What compound has lone pairs of electrons?
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What is a Lewis acid?
💡 Hint: Focus on electron properties.
True or False: All Brønsted-Lowry acids are Lewis acids.
💡 Hint: Consider the definitions together.
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Illustrate a reaction involving a Lewis acid and base. Explain the bond that forms and identify the adduct.
💡 Hint: Consider how atoms interact through electron sharing.
Explore a scenario where a Lewis acid catalyzes a reaction without transferring protons. Describe the process.
💡 Hint: Think of reactions that require electron participation instead of proton transfer.
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