The First Tract Advocating the Decriminalization of Homosexuality Was Written

question 69

Multiple Choice

The first tract advocating the decriminalization of homosexuality was written by

• A) Rousseau.
• B) Bentham.
• C) Beccaria.
• D) Voltaire.
• E) Diderot.

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Definitions:

Acid/Base Reaction

A chemical reaction that involves the transfer of protons (H+) between a base (proton acceptor) and an acid (proton donor).

Basicity

A measure of the ability of a substance to accept hydrogen ions (protons), often used to describe the strength of bases.

Formic Acid

The simplest carboxylic acid, with the formula HCOOH, used industrially and as an antiseptic.

Ka

An equilibrium constant for the dissociation of a weak acid into its proton and conjugate base in solution; a measure of acid strength.