Define the term Brønsted-Lowry acid.

A Brønsted-Lowry acid is a proton donor.


For example, HCl acts as a Brønsted-Lowry acid according to the equation:

HCl(aq) + H2O(l)H3O+(aq) + Cl-(aq).

Answer in your head, out loud, or on paper, then tap the card to flip.

What is the formula of the hydronium ion?

H3O+


The hydronium ion is also called the oxonium ion or hydroxonium ion.

Answer in your head, out loud, or on paper, then tap the card to flip.

What is the formula for the ionic product of water (Kw)?

Kw = [H+(aq)][OH-(aq)]

Answer in your head, out loud, or on paper, then tap the card to flip.

Define the term Brønsted-Lowry base.

A Brønsted-Lowry base is a proton acceptor. 


For example, NHacts as a Brønsted-Lowry base according to the equation:

NH3(aq) + H2O(l) ⇌ NH4+(aq) + OH-(aq)

Answer in your head, out loud, or on paper, then tap the card to flip.