Question

12 multiple choice 2 points a brønsted-lowry base is defined as a substance that ______ acts as a proton donor acts as a proton acceptor increases oh⁻ when placed in h₂o decreases h⁺ when placed in h₂o

Explanation:

The Brønsted - Lowry definition of a base is a substance that accepts protons ($\ce{H+}$). A proton donor is a Brønsted - Lowry acid. The other options describe the effect of a base in water but are not the fundamental Brønsted - Lowry definition.

Answer:

B. acts as a proton acceptor