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In the reaction NH3 + H2O <-> NH4+ + OH-, which substance acts as a Bronsted-Lowry acid (proton donor)?
Unit-10 Acids Bases and Salts
A NH3
B H2O
C NH4+
D OH-
Explanation

H2O donates a proton to NH3, so H2O is the Bronsted-Lowry acid.

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