16. Consider an aqueous solution of ammonium cyanide, NH4CN(aq). Identify the pH of the solution as acidic, basic, or neutral. Briefly explain your reasoning.

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16. Consider an aqueous solution of ammonium cyanide, NH4CN (aq). Identify the pH of the solution as acidic,
basic, or neutral. Briefly explain your reasoning.
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