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Accepting the definition that an acid is a proton donor, the acid in the following reaction
\[ NH_3 + H_2O \rightleftharpoons NH_4^+ + OH^- \] is

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Water can act as an acid in some reactions by donating a proton.
Updated On: Jan 15, 2026
  • OH\(^{-}\)
  • NH\(_4^+\)
  • H\(_2\)O
  • NH\(_3\)
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The Correct Option is C

Solution and Explanation

According to the Bronsted-Lowry definition, water (\(H_2O\)) donates a proton to ammonia (\(NH_3\)), acting as an acid.
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