Question

An aqueous solution is prepared by dissolving the salt formed by the neutralization of a weak acid by a weak base. Which statement about the solution is correct?
a. the solution is strongly basicb. the solution is weakly basicc. the solution is neutrald. the solution is acidice. the values for Ka and Kb for the species in solution must be known before a prediction can be made

Answer 1

Answer: The values for Ka and Kb for the species in solution must be known before a prediction can be made

Explanation:

1. If Ka is greater than Kb, the salt solution is acidic

2. If Ka is lesser than Kb, the salt solution is basic

3. If Ka is equal to Kb, the salt solution is acidic