Explain the molecular basis behind a Ka value and how it relates to the underlying strength and...
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Explain the molecular basis behind a {eq}K_a {/eq} value and how it relates to the underlying strength and stability of the bond to the proton {eq}(H^+) {/eq} being dissociated.
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Acids are substances that can donate protons (Bronsted-Lowry definition). The strength of acids can be expressed using the acid dissociation constant ({eq}K_a {/eq}).
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View this answerFor a given hypothetical acid {eq}HA {/eq}, its dissociation in water can be expressed using equation given below. This shows the donation of protons...
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Acid-Base Equilibrium: Calculating the Ka or Kb of a Solution
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Chapter 11 / Lesson 7
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Study Ka chemistry and Kb chemistry. Learn how to use the Ka equation and Kb equation. See examples to discover how to calculate Ka and Kb of a solution.
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