When aqueous solutions of and are mixed

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Problem

When aqueous solutions of

\mathrm{NaHCO_3}

and

\mathrm{HCl}

are mixed, the net ionic equation is

HCO_3^{-}(aq)+H^{+}(aq)\rightarrow CO_2(g)+H_2O(l)

. Which reactant ion serves as the Brønsted–Lowry base in this reaction? (a)

Cl^{-}

(b)

H^{+}

(c)

HCO_3^{-}

(d)

H_2O