Consider the following reaction: HCN(aq) + CH3NH2(aq) ⇌ CH3NH3+(aq) + CN^-(aq) What are the Bronsted-Lowry bases in the above reaction? A. CH3NH3+ and CN- B. HCN and CH3NH2 C. HCN and CN- D. CH3NH2 and CN-
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In this case, HCN is the acid because it donates a proton (H+) to CH3NH2. HCN(aq) + CH3NH2(aq) ↔ CH3NH3+ (aq) + CN–(aq) Show more…
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