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Which of the molecule is/are Lewis base as well as Bronsted acid?

A

`C_(2)H_(5)OH`

B

`H_(2)O`

C

`NH_(3)`

D

All of the above

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To determine which of the given molecules are Lewis bases as well as Bronsted acids, we need to understand the definitions of both terms: 1. **Bronsted Acid**: A Bronsted acid is a substance that can donate a proton (H⁺ ion). 2. **Lewis Base**: A Lewis base is a substance that can donate a pair of electrons. Now, let's evaluate the given molecules one by one. ### Step 1: Evaluate C₂H₅OH (Ethanol) ...
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