What Is the Value of K_b for the Formate Anion,HCOO^-

question 12

Multiple Choice

What is the value of K_b for the formate anion,HCOO^- ? K_a (HCOOH) = 2.1 × 10^-4

• A)(^-2.1 × 10^-4)
• B)2.1 × 10^-4
• C)6.9 × 10^-6
• D)4.8 × 10^-11
• E)2.1 × 10^-18

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