Which of the Following Is a Lewis Base

question 70

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a Lewis base?

• A)AlF₃
• B)H₂O
• C)SiF₄
• D)C₅H₁₂
• E)None of the above are Lewis bases.

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Definitions:

Orpiment

A natural mineral composed of arsenic sulfide (As2S3), historically used as a pigment and with various industrial and medicinal applications.

Soluble Sulfide

A compound containing the sulfide ion that is soluble in water, often producing hydrogen sulfide gas upon contact with acid.

Arsenic

A toxic metalloid element with the symbol As and atomic number 33, known for its various allotropes and compounds.

Calcium Oxalate

A chemical compound that forms needle-shaped crystals and is a common constituent of kidney stones in the human body.