Write the Charge Balance Equation for a Dilute Aqueous Solution

question 270

Multiple Choice

Write the charge balance equation for a dilute aqueous solution of HI.

• A) [I^-] = [OH^-] + [H₃O⁺]
• B) [H₃O⁺] = [OH^-]
• C) [H₃O⁺] = [I^-]
• D) [H₃O⁺] = [I^-] + [OH^-]
• E) [HI]_initial = [I^-]

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