alleryWhy does ammonia act as a base?
AIt releases chloride ions
BIt contains a metal ion
CHydrogen atoms donate electrons
DNitrogen has a lone pair
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Nitrogen has a lone pair
Ammonia accepts a proton using the nitrogen lone pair.
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