Question

Write the chemical equations representing the stepwise, partial ionization reactions of malonic acid, a diprotic acid with a chemical formula of
H2C3H204. The acidic hydrogens are shown at the front of the formula. Include water and states of matter in your equations.

Answer 1

Answer:

Here's what I get  

Explanation:

(1)  H₂C₃H₂O₄(aq) + H₂O(ℓ) ⇌ HC₃H₂O₄⁻(aq) + H₃O⁺(aq)

(2) HC₃H₂O₄⁻(aq) + H₂O(ℓ) ⇌   C₃H₂O₄²⁻(aq) + H₃O⁺(aq)