Provide a Brief Explanation, Based on Features of the Molecules

question 55

Essay

Provide a brief explanation, based on features of the molecules, for the following trend in pK_a values?
CH₃CH₂OH > CF₃CH₂OH
ethanol 2,2,2-trifluoromethanol
15.9 12.4

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