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Chapter 4.3, Problem 4.5P
For each value of Ka, calculate the corresponding value of pKa. Which compound is the stronger acid?
- (a) Acetic add, Ka = 1.74 × 10–5
- (b) Chloroacetic acid, Ka= 1.38 × 10–3
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