Write the conjugate acid of each of the following bases: C. HCO3

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### Conjugate Acids of Given Bases

#### Instructions:
Write the conjugate acid of each of the following bases:

a. \( \text{OH}^- \)

b. \( \text{H}_2\text{O} \)

c. \( \text{HCO}_3^- \)

#### Explanation:
A conjugate acid is formed when a base accepts a proton (H\(^+\)). The following conjugate acids correspond to the given bases:

a. The conjugate acid of \( \text{OH}^- \) is \( \text{H}_2\text{O} \).

b. The conjugate acid of \( \text{H}_2\text{O} \) is \( \text{H}_3\text{O}^+ \).

c. The conjugate acid of \( \text{HCO}_3^- \) is \( \text{H}_2\text{CO}_3 \).

Understanding the relationship between acids and bases is crucial for mastering concepts in chemistry, particularly in acid-base reactions and equilibrium.
Transcribed Image Text:### Conjugate Acids of Given Bases #### Instructions: Write the conjugate acid of each of the following bases: a. \( \text{OH}^- \) b. \( \text{H}_2\text{O} \) c. \( \text{HCO}_3^- \) #### Explanation: A conjugate acid is formed when a base accepts a proton (H\(^+\)). The following conjugate acids correspond to the given bases: a. The conjugate acid of \( \text{OH}^- \) is \( \text{H}_2\text{O} \). b. The conjugate acid of \( \text{H}_2\text{O} \) is \( \text{H}_3\text{O}^+ \). c. The conjugate acid of \( \text{HCO}_3^- \) is \( \text{H}_2\text{CO}_3 \). Understanding the relationship between acids and bases is crucial for mastering concepts in chemistry, particularly in acid-base reactions and equilibrium.
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