Chapter 9, Problem 9.79E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The difference between the weak, moderately weak, and strong acids is to be stated by writing dissociation reactions for the hypothetical acid $\text{HB}$, using arrows of various lengths.

Concept introduction:

The strength of acids and bases can be determined on the basis of their dissociation reactions and their dissociation constants. Those acids or bases which dissociate almost completely are strong acids or strong bases and those which dissociate to smaller extents are weak or moderately weak acids or bases.