Difference Between a Lewis Base and Lewis Acid
Which of the following cannot act as a Lewis base?
A. Cl-
B. NH3
C. BF3
D. H2O
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A Lewis acid is a substance that acts as an electron acceptor or electrophile. A Lewis base is a substance that acts as ...
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The solution explains the difference between a Lewis acid and a Lewis base by using the given compounds as examples.
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