Which is a characteristic of a Lewis base? It behaves as the electron donor. It behaves as the electron acceptor.

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Nayeem Zen · Answer 1 · 2021-09-22T17:22:33+0000

Answer: The correct statement is, It behaves as the electron donor.

Step-by-step explanation:

According to the Lewis concept:

A Lewis-acid is defined as a substance that accepts electron pairs.

A Lewis-base is defined as a substance which donates electron pairs.

For example : Acid + Base ⇄ Acid-base adduct

$H^++NH_3\rightleftharpoons NH_4^+$

As per question, the characteristic of a Lewis base is that it behaves as the electron donor.

Hence, the correct statement is, It behaves as the electron donor.