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

question 46

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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