Identify the definition for a base substance

a. Compound that will donate a H+ ion
b. Any compound that will accept a proton
c. Only substances that contain a hydroxyl group
d. Substances that contain Na+ ions


ANS: B
The Brönsted-Lowry definition of a base is any compound that accepts a proton.

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