The Ion Product Constant for Water (K_w) Is Equal To

question 82

Multiple Choice

The ion product constant for water (K_w) is equal to:

• A) 10¹⁴
• B) 10⁷
• C) 10⁰
• D) 10 ^{− 7}
• E) 10 ^{− 14}

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