Chapter 18, Problem 56E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The equilibrium equation for the ionisation of acetic acid is to be stated. Whether the equilibrium constant be large or small is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

Equilibrium reaction is a reaction where the rate of forward reaction is equal to the backward reaction. Strong acids ionize strongly and weak acids ionizes weakly. Equilibrium constant is a constant at any point of equilibrium; where, the ratio of the concentration of the products, each raised to power of their respective coefficient, to the concentration of the reactants, each raised to a power of their respective coefficient.