Which of the Following Statements Concerning Acids and Bases Is

question 14

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements concerning acids and bases is FALSE?

• A)A Brønsted-Lowry acid is a proton (H⁺)donor.
• B)A Brønsted-Lowry base is a proton (H⁺)acceptor.
• C)Reactions between acids and bases involve the transfer of a proton (H⁺)from the acid to the base.
• D)Addition of an acid to water decreases the pH of the solution.
• E)Addition of a base to water increases the hydronium ion concentration of the solution.

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