Why does $N H_{3}$ act as a Lewis base?

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Lewis concept
According to Lewis concept, the $a c i d$ is electron pair acceptor while the base is electron $p a i r$ donor.

$N H_{3}$ as Lewis base

Nitrogen atom in $N H_{3}$ has one lone pair of electrons which is available for donation to a Lewis acid. Therefore, it acts as a Lewis base.

Final answer: Due to availability of lone pair $N H_{3}$ act as a Lewis base

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