04 Theories of Acids and Bases

Content
o Arrhenius, Brønsted-Lowry and Lewis theories of acids and bases

Learning Outcomes
Candidates should be able to:
(a) show understanding of, and apply the Arrhenius theory of acids and bases
(b) show understanding of, and apply the Brønsted-Lowry theory of acids and bases, including the concept of
conjugate acids and conjugate bases
(c) show understanding of, and apply the Lewis theory of acids and bases (including non-aqueous system,
e.g. reaction between BF₃ and NH₃)