Which one of the following statements is false? A) For a triprotic acid, Ka3 > Ka2. B) A triprotic acid will have three simultaneous equilibria occurring. C) For a diprotic acid, Ka1 > Ka2. D) A diprotic acid will have only one amphoteric species in its acid equilibrium series.

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Which one of the following statements is
false?
A) For a triprotic acid, Ka3 > Ka2.
B) A triprotic acid will have three
simultaneous equilibria occurring.
C) For a diprotic acid, Ka1 > Ka2.
D) A diprotic acid will have only one
amphoteric species in its acid equilibrium
series.
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