Chapter 16, Problem 70AP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Among the given acids, the acid(s) which have relatively strong conjugate base(s) should be identified.

${\text{HNO}}_2$

$\text{HCOOH}$

${\text{HClO}}_4$

${\text{HNO}}_3$.

Concept Introduction:

The compounds which are differ by the existence of one proton that is H+ is said to be conjugate acid-base pairs. Every acid has its conjugate base; it is formed when the proton is donated whereas every base has its conjugate acid, it is formed when the proton is accepted.