Molecule C below has a pKa of 3.41 and D has a pKa of 3.47i. Which molecule will be more deprotonated in a solution that has a pH of 3.45?Explain. ii. Use resonance/equilibria structures and explain the difference in pKa.

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Molecule C below has a pKa of 3.41 and D has a pKa of 3.47i.

Which molecule will be more deprotonated in a solution that has a pH of 3.45?Explain.

ii. Use resonance/equilibria structures and explain the difference in pKa. 

OH
NO₂
C
D
OH
Transcribed Image Text:OH NO₂ C D OH
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