What Is the Value of K_b for the Cyanide Anion

question 30

Multiple Choice

What is the value of K_b for the cyanide anion, CN⁻? K_a(HCN) = 6.2 × 10⁻¹⁰

• A)1.6 × 10 ⁻⁴
• B)1.6 × 10 ⁻⁵
• C)3.8 × 10 ⁻⁴
• D)3.8 × 10 ⁻⁵
• E)6.2 × 10 ⁴

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