In Order for the Reaction A^- + H₂CO₃ ⇌ HA

question 53

Short Answer

In order for the reaction A^- + H₂CO₃ ⇌ HA + HCO₃^- to have an equilibrium constant K_c < 1,the K_a of HA must be ________ (greater,less)than the K_a of H₂CO₃.

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