Calculate the Percent Ionization of Formic Acid in a Solution

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Essay

Calculate the percent ionization of formic acid in a solution that is 0.010 M HCOOH and 0.005 M HCOONa and compare your answer to the percent ionization you would calculate if the sodium formate were not present.Explain the difference, if any.(K_a = 1.7 × 10^-4)

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