Predict the product reaction and balance. Explain in detail. HBr (aq) + H_2O (l) = ?
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Predict the product reaction and balance. Explain in detail.
{eq}HBr(aq) + H_2O(l) \rightarrow {/eq}
Bronsted Lowry Acid Base Reaction:
In a Bronsted Lowry acid base reaction, an acid will transfer a proton to a base. As a reminder, a proton is a H atom with a positive charge. When the acid transfers its proton, a conjugate base is formed. When the base accepts the proton, a conjugate acid is formed.
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View this answer{eq}HBr(aq) + H_2O(l) \rightarrow Br^{-} (aq) + H_3O^{+} (aq) {/eq}
In this reaction, HBr acts as an acid and transfers a proton to water. HBr is a...
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Chapter 10 / Lesson 4Chemist Johannes Bronsted and scientist Thomas Lowry proposed that an acid should be defined as a substance that can donate a proton, while a base is any substance that can accept protons. American chemist G.N. Lewis proposed a different theory. Learn about three popular scientific definitions of acids and bases.