Chapter 15, Problem 15.10VP

(a)

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Interpretation: The given questions corresponding to the representations (A) to (I) in the given Figure have been answered.

Concept introduction: An acid is defined as a compound which donates a proton and a proton acceptor is known as base according to Bronsted-Lowry theory.

To determine: The molecules which are weak acids and weak bases.

(b)

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To determine: The pairs of molecules that represent conjugate acid-base pairs.

(c)

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To determine: The ionic equations describing the Equilibria involving the conjugate pairs identified in part (a).

(d)

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To determine: The images that represent acidic solutions.

(e)

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To determine: The images that represent basic solutions.

(f)

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To determine: The images that represent a neutral solution.