What Is the Value of K_b for the Cyanide Anion,CN^- $\times$

question 21

Multiple Choice

What is the value of K_b for the cyanide anion,CN^-?
K_a(HCN) = 6.2 $\times$ 10^-10

• A)1.6 \(\times\) 10^-4
• B)1.6 \(\times\) 10^-5
• C)3.8 \(\times\) 10^-4
• D)3.8 \(\times\) 10^-5
• E)6.2 \(\times\) 10⁴

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