According to the Bronsted-Lowry concept, which of the following species cannot function as an acid?

Correct answer: A. SO₄ ²⁻

  • A. SO₄ ²⁻
  • B. H₃O⁺
  • C. HSO₄⁻
  • D. NH₄⁺

Explanation

A Bronsted-Lowry acid is a proton (H⁺) donor. The sulfate ion (SO₄²⁻) does not have any protons to donate, so it cannot function as a Bronsted-Lowry acid.

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