Chapter 17, Problem 72E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Whether the Brønsted Lowry acid–base reaction is possible between ${\text{SO}}_{\text{4}}{}^{2-}$ and ${\text{F}}^{-}$ is to be predicted.

Concept introduction:

According to Brønsted-Lowry an acid is defined as a species which donates a proton. A base is defined as a species which can accept a proton. In a Brønsted Lowry acid–base reaction, presence of Brønsted-Lowry acid and Brønsted Lowry base is necessary.