Aqueous Solutions of Phosphoric Acid and Sodium Nitrite Are Combined

question 51

Multiple Choice

Aqueous solutions of phosphoric acid and sodium nitrite are combined, and the following equilibrium is established. H₃PO₄(aq) + NO₂^-(aq) H₂PO₄^-(aq) + HNO₂(aq)
The equilibrium constant K_c for this reaction is greater than one. Based on this information, which of the following statements is correct?

• A) Phosphoric acid is a weaker acid than nitrous acid.
• B) Nitrous acid is a weaker acid than water.
• C) The nitrite anion is a weaker base than the dihydrogen phosphate anion.
• D) The dihydrogen phosphate anion is a stronger acid than nitrous acid.
• E) Phosphoric acid is a stronger acid than nitrous acid.

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