Chapter 13, Problem 14QP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The reason that ${\text{H}}_3{\text{O}}^{+}(aq)$ is a better representation of ${\text{H}}^{+}$ ion than ${\text{H}}^{+}(aq)$ is to be explained.

Concept Introduction:

According to Arrhenius concept, acid is a substance that gives ${\text{H}}^{\text{+}}$ ions when dissolved in water and base is a substance which furnishes ${\left(\text{OH}\right)}^{-}$ when dissolved in the water.