Chapter 15, Problem 15.39QP

(a)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The order of decreasing $\left[{\text{H}}_{\text{3}}{\text{O}}^{\text{+}}\right]$ and the order of increasing strengths as acids of the given acids are to be stated.

Concept introduction: The equilibrium constant of an acid dissociation reaction depends on the strength of an acid involved in the reaction. The value of $K_{\text{a}}$ is large for strong acids and small for weak acids.

To determine: The order of decreasing $\left[{\text{H}}_{\text{3}}{\text{O}}^{\text{+}}\right]$ of the given acids.

(b)

Interpretation Introduction

To determine: The order of increasing strengths as acids of the given acids.