Part 1 (0.4 point) $NH_2^-(aq) + H_2O(l) \rightleftharpoons NH_3(aq) + OH^-(aq)$ Acid Choose one: $NH_2^-$ $H_2O$ $NH_3$ $OH^-$ Base 4 OF 25 QUESTIONS COMPLETED < PREVIOUS 5 of 25 Questions NEXT
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An acid is a substance that donates a proton (H+). In the reaction: $NH_2^-(aq) + H_2O(l) \rightleftharpoons NH_3(aq) + OH^-(aq)$ Water ($H_2O$) donates a proton to $NH_2^-$ to form $NH_3$ and $OH^-$. Therefore, $H_2O$ is the acid. Show more…
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