The Lewis classification of acids and bases is broader than the Brønsted-Lowry definition, and encompasses many more substances. Whereas the Brønsted-Lowry and the Arrhenius classifications are based on transfer of protons, Lewis acidity and basicity are based on the sharing of an electron pair. Lewis acids can accept an electron pair, while Lewis bases can donate an electron pair. This definition encompasses the Brønsted-Lowry definition, in that H+ is an electron pair acceptor (when interacting with a base), and a base is an electron pair donor in its interaction with H+. This is illustrated below for the protonation of ammonia.