Chemistry A-Level

proton transfer

What proton transfer means in Chemistry A-Level, as defined for AQA.

Definition of proton transfer

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Acid–base equilibria involve the transfer of protons from the acid to the base.

AQA · Brønsted–Lowry acid–base equilibria in aqueous solution (A-level only) (study guide)

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Brønsted–Lowry acid–base equilibria in aqueous solution (A-level only) (AQA A-Level)

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