Chapter 16, Problem 16.23E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The reason as to why ${\text{CH}}_{\text{3}}-{\text{NH}}_{\text{2}}$ as a Brønsted base is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

Brønsted bases are those species which accept a proton. They are also called proton acceptors. Base accepts a proton and forms conjugate acid. Brønsted acids are those species which donate a proton. They are also called proton donors. Acid loses a proton and forms conjugate base.