Which Acid Has the Smallest K_a

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Essay

Which acid has the smallest K_a?

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Definitions:

Lithium

A chemical element used particularly in the treatment of bipolar disorder to manage mood swings.

Antipsychotic Drugs

Antipsychotic drugs are medications used to treat psychotic disorders, such as schizophrenia, by altering brain chemistry to reduce symptoms like hallucinations and delusions.

Auditory Hallucinations

Hearing sounds, such as voices, music, or noises, that are not actually present.

Manic Episodes

Periods of abnormally elevated mood, energy, and activity levels, often seen in bipolar disorder, that can impair judgment and lead to risky behavior.