Which Compound Has a Value of K_a That Is Close

question 14

Multiple Choice

Which compound has a value of K_a that is close to 10^-5?

• A)NaCl
• B)HNO₃
• C)CH₃CH₂CO₂H
• D)KOH
• E)NH₃

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