Chapter 23.8, Problem 16P

Interpretation Introduction

(a)

Interpretation: The products of acid-base reactions are to be drawn. The given equilibrium whether favors the reactants or products are to be indicated.

Concept introduction: An equilibrium constant ($K_{\text{a}}$ ) is used to measure the acidity of an acid. There is an inverse relationship between the acidity of an acid and its $\text{p}{K}_{\text{a}}$ value. Higher the value of $\text{p}{K}_{\text{a}}$, weaker is the acid. In an acid-base reaction, equilibrium favors the product when weaker acids and bases are formed.

Interpretation Introduction

(b)

Interpretation: The products of acid-base reactions are to be drawn. The given equilibrium whether favors the reactants or products are to be indicated.

Concept introduction: An equilibrium constant ($K_{\text{a}}$ ) is used to measure the acidity of an acid. There is an inverse relationship between the acidity of an acid and its $\text{p}{K}_{\text{a}}$ value. Higher the value of $\text{p}{K}_{\text{a}}$, weaker is the acid. In an acid-base reaction, equilibrium favors the product when weaker acids and bases are formed.

Interpretation Introduction

(c)

Interpretation: The products of acid-base reactions are to be drawn. The given equilibrium whether favors the reactants or products are to be indicated.

Concept introduction: An equilibrium constant ($K_{\text{a}}$ ) is used to measure the acidity of an acid. There is an inverse relationship between the acidity of an acid and its $\text{p}{K}_{\text{a}}$ value. Higher the value of $\text{p}{K}_{\text{a}}$, weaker is the acid. In an acid-base reaction, equilibrium favors the product when weaker acids and bases are formed.