What Is the Value of K_a for the Methylammonium Ion

question 51

Multiple Choice

What is the value of K_a for the methylammonium ion, CH₃NH₃⁺? K_b(CH₃NH₂) = 4.4 × 10^-4

• A) 4.4 × 10^-4
• B) 4.8 × 10_-6
• C) 4.4 × 10^-10
• D) 2.3 × 10^-11
• E) 4.4 × 10^-18

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