Chapter 18, Problem 18.60P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation : Looking at the $K_{\text{a}}$ values, the strength of the given acids in decreasing order has to be determined.

Concept introduction: $K_{\text{a}}$ is the acid dissociation constant, which helps to determine the acid strength in a solution. As the $K_{\text{a}}$ value increases, the acid will dissociate more in the solution. Weak acids will dissociate less in the solution.