Chapter 16, Problem 16.55SP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The strongest base in an aqueous solution where strongest acid is ${\text{H}}_{\text{3}}{\text{O}}^{+}$ needs to be determined.

Concept introduction:

An acid is defined as a substance which can give hydrogen ion in the aqueous solution. A base is defined as a substance which can accept hydrogen ion or donate hydroxide ion in the aqueous solution. The substance which can accept a hydrogen as well as can donate a hydrogen ion are amphoteric in nature and they can act as both acid and base.