The Acid-Dissociation Constant, K_a, for Gallic Acid Is 4

question 3

Multiple Choice

The acid-dissociation constant, K_a, for gallic acid is 4.57 × 10^-3. What is the base-dissociation constant, K_b, for the gallate ion?

• A)4.57 × 10^-3
• B)2.19 × 10^-12
• C)5.43 × 10^-5
• D)7.81 × 10^-6
• E)2.19 × 10²

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