Q: Which one among the following statements regarding acids and bases is not correct? (a numbered list is not used in the stem itself)
(a)A conjugate base of a strong acid is a weak base.
(b)In aqueous solution, the hydroxide ion is hydrated to give several ionic species like H3O2−, H5O3− and H7O4− etc.
(c)AlCl3 is an electron-deficient compound, and can act as a Lewis base.
(d)Fluoride ion acts as a Lewis base as it can donate any one of its four electron lone pairs.
Correct Answer: (c)
The correct answer is (c): AlCl3 is an electron-deficient compound, and can act as a Lewis base.. Subject: Science & Technology | Sub-topic: Computer & Information Technology Note: This answer was determined through AI-based research. Verify against the official answer key when available.