What Is The Bronsted Lowry Theory

The video tutorial explains the definitions of acids and bases, focusing on the Bronsted-Lowry theory. It contrasts this with the Arrhenius theory, highlighting how substances like ammonia can act as bases without releasing hydroxide ions. The tutorial covers testing for acids using indicators, the dissociation of hydrochloric acid, and the concept of amphoteric substances. It concludes with a summary of the Bronsted-Lowry theory, emphasizing proton transfer in acid-base reactions.

What is the significance of water acting as both an acid and a base?

Define amphoteric substances and provide an example.