Chapter 6, Problem 6.60P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Among the two molecules, the stronger base is to be identified, with explanation.

Concept introduction:

A Bronsted Lowry base is the one that accepts a proton by donating its lone pair of electrons. The lone pair on the less electronegative atom can be donated more easily than the lone pair on the more electronegative atom. The electronegativity increases in the order ${\text{sp}}^{\text{3}}{\text{> sp}}^{\text{2}}\text{ > sp}$.