Determine the K_b for CN⁻ at 25°C

question 118

Multiple Choice

Determine the K_b for CN⁻ at 25°C.The K_a for HCN is 4.9 × 10^-10.

• A) 4.9 × 10^-14
• B) 2.3 × 10^-9
• C) 1.4 × 10^-5
• D) 2.0 × 10^-5
• E) 3.7 × 10^-7

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