sentence: Substances are deprotonated by other substances more basic than themselves.
sentences_before: A hydrogen atom normally contains 1 proton and 1 electron. When it is oxidized, it loses the electron, turning it into a hydrogen ion. A hydrogen ion is the same as a proton.
sentences_after: The base itself is protonated.
concept_name: substance
headings: Deprotonation
categories: Chemistry