alleryStart learning →Ammonia solution acts as a base though NH3 has no hydroxide. Why?
AIt contains an acid
BIt accepts protons
CIt is a metal oxide
DIt donates protons
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. It accepts protons
A Bronsted base is a proton acceptor, and ammonia accepts H+ from water.
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