Suppose you are conducting research relating acid and base strength to molecular structure. You might begin by
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Suppose you are conducting research relating acid and base strength to molecular structure. You might begin by comparing compounds with known acidity and basicity constants. Decide which member of each of the following pairs is the stronger acid or base in water:
(a) Acid: HF or HIO3;
(b) Base: NO2– or CN–.
PLAN You need to compare the Ka of each weak acid. For anions, identify the conjugate weak acid and compare the Ka values.
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Chemical Principles The Quest For Insight
ISBN: 9781464183959
7th Edition
Authors: Peter Atkins, Loretta Jones, Leroy Laverman
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