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which statement best describes a weak base? (1 point) it accepts proton…

Question

which statement best describes a weak base? (1 point)
it accepts protons and only partially dissociates in water.
it donates protons and only partially dissociates in water.
it accepts protons and completely dissociates in water.
it donates protons and completely dissociates in water.

Explanation:

Brief Explanations

A base is a substance that accepts protons (by the Bronsted - Lowry definition). A weak base only partially dissociates in water.

Answer:

It accepts protons and only partially dissociates in water.