Questions tagged 'Lewis Acids and Bases'
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AlBr3+NH3⇌H3NAlBr3 lewis acid and base
In the reaction AlBr3 + NH3 ⇌ H3NAlBr3, how can we identify AlBr3 and NH3 as Lewis acids and bases? What are the underlying principles that govern their behavior in this equilibrium?
Identify the Lewis acid and the Lewis base in each of the following reactions?
a) In the reaction [Fe]3+(aq) + 6 H2O(l) → [Fe(H2O)6]3+(aq), I am confused about the identification of the Lewis acid and Lewis base. The online review practice test marked both my answers for Lewis a...