Chapter 18, Problem 18.133P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Similarity and the difference has to be explained for the Lewis acids and Brønsted-Lowry acids, and the reason has to be explained as how Lewis base differ from Brønsted-Lowry base.

Concept introduction:

Bronsted –Lowry definitions:

A Bronsted –Lowry acid is a proton donor, it donates a hydrogen ion (${\text{H}}^{\text{+}}$), a Bronsted-Lowry base is a proton acceptor, it accepts a hydrogen ion (${\text{H}}^{\text{+}}$).

Lewis definition:

A Lewis acid is a substance that can accept and share an electron pair. A Lewis base is a substance that can donate and share an electron pair.