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a molecule that will accept protons in a solution is defined as: an ion…

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a molecule that will accept protons in a solution is defined as: an ionic compound a bronsted - lowry base water a bronsted - lowry acid

Explanation:

Brief Explanations

According to the Bronsted - Lowry theory, a base is a substance that can accept protons in a solution. An ionic compound is a compound composed of ions. Water can act as an acid or a base but is not the general definition for a proton - accepting molecule. A Bronsted - Lowry acid is a proton donor.

Answer:

B. A Bronsted - Lowry base