A Br∅nsted-Lowry acid is best defined as a substance that can
A)accept an hydroxide ion.
B)donate an hydroxide ion.
C)accept a proton.
D)donate a proton.

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A Br∅nsted-Lowry acid is defined as a substance that donates a proton to another substance, which is known as a Br∅nsted-Lowry base. Option D is the correct option as it defines the characteristics of an acid according to the Br∅nsted-Lowry theory.

A Br∅nsted-Lowry Acid Is Best Defined as a Substance That