Which of the Following Reactions Best Describes the Acid-Base Properties

question 148

Multiple Choice

Which of the following reactions best describes the acid-base properties of acetic acid (HC₂H₃O₂) in aqueous solution?

• A)HC₂H₃O₂(aq)+ H₂O(l)→ H₃O⁺(aq)+ C₂H₃O₂^-(aq)
• B)HC₂H₃O₂(aq)+ H₂O(l)→ C₂H₅O₂⁺(aq)+ OH^-(aq)
• C)HC₂H₃O₂(aq)+ H₂O(l) C₂H₅O₂⁺(aq)+ OH^-(aq)
• D)HC₂H₃O₂(aq)+ H₂O(l) H₃O⁺(aq)+ C₂H₃O₂^-(aq)
• E)HC₂H₃O₂(aq)+ 4H₂O(l) 4H₃O⁺(aq)+ C₂O₂^4-(aq)

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