The Acid Ionization Equilibrium Constant, K_a, Describes the Reaction (Where

question 93

Multiple Choice

The acid ionization equilibrium constant, K_a, describes the reaction (where HA is a generic weak acid) ________

• A)HA  OH ^ H₂O  A ^ .
• B)HA  H₂O H₃O ^  A ^ .
• C)HA  H₃O ^ H₂A ^  H₂O.
• D)HA  H₂A ^ H₂A ^  HA.
• E)H₃O ^  A ^ HA  H₂O.

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