Q

According to the Brønsted-Lowry theory, which of the following defines an acid?

RRB NTPC (UG) CBT-1, 8-Aug-25 S-2 2025
✓ Answer: A Donates a proton
According to the Brønsted-Lowry theory, an acid donates a proton. This theory is broader than Arrhenius' theory because it doesn't require the acid or base to be in aqueous solution. This theory is more general than Arrhenius theory and works in non-aqueous solvents.