Chapter 13, Problem 22Q

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The reason for ${\text{H}}_3{\text{O}}^{+}$ and ${\text{OH}}^{-}$ to be strongest acid and strongest base, respectively, to be exist in an aqueous solution in a significant amount is to be stated.

Concept introduction: According to Arrhenius concept, a strong acid readily dissociates in an aqueous solution and furnishes ${[{\text{H}}^{+}\text{]}}^{}$ A strong base readily accept a proton furnished by an acid.