The Larger the Value of K_a

question 62

Multiple Choice

The larger the value of K_a

• A) the less highly dissociated the acid and the weaker the acid
• B) the less highly dissociated the acid and the stronger the acid
• C) the more highly dissociated the acid and the weaker the acid
• D) the more highly dissociated the acid and the stronger the acid
• E) the answer depends on whether the acid is strong or weak

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