The Compound Ammonia, NH₃, Is a Weak Base When Dissolved

question 13

Multiple Choice

The compound ammonia, NH₃, is a weak base when dissolved in water. Which of the following is the correct equation for the reaction of ammonia in water?

• A) NH₃(aq) + H₂O(l)NH₄⁺(aq) + OH^-(aq)
• B) NH₃(aq) + H₂O(l)NH₂^-(aq) + H₃O⁺(aq)
• C) NH₃(aq) + H₃O⁺(aq)NH₄⁺(aq) + H₂O(l)
• D) NH₃(aq) + OH^-(aq)NH₂^-(aq) + H₂O(l)
• E) "NH₃(aq) + H₂O(l)NH₂^-(aq) + H₃O⁺(aq)"