In the reaction NH3 + H+ → NH4+, the bond formed results from?
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A.
an electron transferred from NH3 + H+ -
B.
an electron pair donated by NH3 -
C.
an electron pair equally shared -
D.
an electron pair donated by H+ -
E.
an electron tarnsferred from H+ to NH3
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation
The nitrogen atom has a lone pair of electrons that coordinates to the hydrogen cation, which has zero electrons, forming a covalent bond.