Select the two Brønsted-Lowry bases in the following equation: NH₃(aq) + H₂O(aq) ⇌ NH₄⁺(aq) + OH^-(aq) A)NH₃and H₂O B)NH₃and OH^- C)H₂O and OH^- D)NH₃and NH₄⁺ E)NH₄⁺and OH^-

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The Brønsted-Lowry theory defines a base as a substance that accepts a proton. In the given equation, NH₃ and OH^- can act as bases as they have the ability to accept a proton from the acid, H₂O. Therefore, the correct choice is B.

Select the Two Brønsted-Lowry Bases in the Following Equation: NH3(aq)

Select the Two Brønsted-Lowry Bases in the Following Equation: NH₃(aq)