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Author: Steven S. Zumdahl
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Chapter 16, Problem 14A
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The given statement which says an acid is weak in aqueous solution needs to be explained.

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A weak acid is a compound which does not completely dissociate in solution.

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Answer to Problem 14A

That compound, which is not completely ionized by donating the one proton is said to be a weak acid. The anion of the acid attracts the hydrogen ion which means that acid is weaker while the conjugate base is stronger.

Explanation of Solution

By donating the proton, a compound forms the hydrogen ion when not dissolved completely in the solution. It is said to be strong acid. In the case of a strong acid, the acid is weaker while the conjugate base is stronger due to the attraction of the hydrogen ion by the anion of the acid.

Conclusion

Due to the attraction of hydrogen ion by the acid’s anion, the acid is weaker but the conjugate base is stronger.

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