Chapter 8, Problem 37Q

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Names and chemical formulas for any five bases have to be given and any three observable properties generally associated with bases have to be listed.

Concept Introduction:

$\text{Bronsted-Lowry Base}$: If a species receives one proton, then it is considered as $\text{Bronsted-Lowry base}\text{.}$

Strong Base: Bases that has strong attraction towards protons and accepts readily. Strong base forms weaker conjugated acid.

Weak Base: Bases that has little affinity towards protons. Weak base forms stronger conjugated acid.

According to Lewis concept of acid and bases,

Lewis acid is an electron pair acceptor.

Lewis base is an electron pair donor.