Chapter 16.7, Problem 2CP

Which of the anions listed is the strongest base? (See Table 16.6

a)

Ascorbate ion ( ${\text{HC}}_6{\text{H}}_6{\text{O}}_6^{-}$ )

b)

Benzoate ion ( ${\text{C}}_{\text{6}}{\text{H}}_{\text{5}}{\text{COO}}^{\text{-}}$ )

c)

Nitrite ion ( ${\text{NO}}_2^{-}$ )

d)

Phenolate ion ( ${\text{C}}_{\text{6}}{\text{H}}_{\text{5}}{\text{O}}^{\text{-}}$ )

e)

Formate ion ( ${\text{HCOO}}^{\text{-}}$ )