When Comparing the Strength of Two Weak Acids Which Factor

question 148

Multiple Choice

When comparing the strength of two weak acids which factor do we use to determine which is the stronger of the two?

• A) the formula weights of the acids
• B) the number of protons the acids can lose
• C) the values of the pK_a's of the acids
• D) none of the above

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