Arrhenius theory

GPTKB entity

Statements (20)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf scientific theory
gptkbp:appliesTo aqueous solutions
gptkbp:basisFor gptkb:Arrhenius_equation
gptkb:Brønsted–Lowry_theory
gptkb:Lewis_theory_of_acids_and_bases
gptkbp:describes electrolytic dissociation
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Arrhenius theory
gptkbp:limitation applies only to aqueous solutions
does not account for weak acids and bases
does not explain acid-base reactions in non-aqueous solvents
gptkbp:proposedBy gptkb:Svante_Arrhenius
gptkbp:relatedTo gptkb:ionic_theory
electrolyte
dissociation
gptkbp:state acids produce H+ ions in water
bases produce OH- ions in water
gptkbp:usedIn acid-base chemistry
gptkbp:yearProposed 1887
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Base_(chemistry)
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5