In Order for the Reaction HA + HSO₃^- ⇌ A^-

question 164

Short Answer

In order for the reaction HA + HSO₃^- ⇌ A^- + H₂SO₃ to have an equilibrium constant K_c < 1,the K_a of HA must be ________ (greater,less)than the K_a of HSO₃^-.

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