Two Anions Act as Bases

question 119

Multiple Choice

Two anions act as bases. Anion A ^- has a stronger attraction for protons than does anion B ^- . Which statement best describes the acid-base character of these anions?

• A) A ^- is a stronger base than B ^-
• B) B ^- is a stronger base than A ^-
• C) A ^- is a proton donor
• D) B ^- is an electron acceptor
• E) A ^- reacts with B ^-

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