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Is KOH considered a Bronsted-Lowry acid or a Bronsted-Lowry Base? Why?

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Is KOH considered a Bronsted-Lowry acid or a Bronsted-Lowry Base? Why?

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  1. KOH is basic because it contains a hydroxide group. The ratio of hydroxide groups (OH) to hydrogen atoms (H) determines the pH of a compound -- hydroxide groups mean it is basic and hydrogen atoms mean it is acidic.


  2. bronsted-lowry base, hydroxide is a strong base. KOH is potassium hydroxide
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