Chapter 16, Problem 19E

(a)

Interpretation Introduction

To determine: The balance equation to show that ${\text{HSO}}_{\text{3}}{}^{-}\left(aq\right)$ acts as an acid; the balance equation to show that ${\text{HSO}}_{\text{3}}{}^{-}\left(aq\right)$ acts a base.

(b)

Interpretation Introduction

To determine: The conjugate acid and base of ${\text{HSO}}_{\text{3}}{}^{-}\left(aq\right)$ .