Concept explainers
(a)
Interpretation:
The balanced equilibrium equation for reaction between dimethyl sulfoxide
Concept Introduction:
Bronsted-Lowry Acids: If a species loses a proton, then it is considered as Bronsted-Lowry Acids
Bronsted-Lowry Acids: If a species receives one proton, then it is considered as Bronsted-Lowry Base
Strong Acids: Acids that dissociates into ions completely which results in easy donation of protons are considered as strong acids. Strong acid forms weaker conjugated base.
If a base receives one proton, then the formed species is a conjugate acid whereas an acid lose one proton, then the formed species is a conjugated base.
(b)
Interpretation:
The equilibrium concentration should be calculated for the given weak acid dissociation constant.
Concept Introduction:
Bronsted-Lowry Acids: If a species loses a proton, then it is considered as Bronsted-Lowry Acids
Bronsted-Lowry Acids: If a species receives one proton, then it is considered as Bronsted-Lowry Base
Strong Acids: Acids that dissociates into ions completely which results in easy donation of protons are considered as strong acids. Strong acid forms weaker conjugated base.
If a base receives one proton, then the formed species is a conjugate acid whereas an acid lose one proton, then the formed species is a conjugated base.
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