An aqueous solution of ammonia is found to be basic.This observation can be explained by the net ionic equation A) NO₃^-(aq) + H₂O(l) → HNO₃(aq) + OH^-(aq). B) NH₃(aq) + H₂O(l) → NH₄⁺(aq) + OH^-(aq). C) HNO₃(aq) + H₂O(l) → NO₃^-(aq) + H₃O⁺(aq). D) NH₄⁺(aq) + H₂O(l) → NH₃(aq) + H₃O⁺(aq).

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In the given net ionic equation, the ammonia (NH3) acts as a base and accepts a proton (H+) from the water molecule, forming the ammonium ion (NH4+) and hydroxide ion (OH-). This results in the solution being basic, as the concentration of OH- ions increases. Choice B shows this process accurately.

An Aqueous Solution of Ammonia Is Found to Be Basic