Which of the following solutions would have the highest pH? Assume that they are all 0.10 M in acid at 25°C. The acid is followed by its Ka value. HCN, 4.9 × 10?¹? HCHO?, 1.8 × 10?? HNO?, 4.6 × 10?? HClO?, 1.1 × 10?² HF, 3.5 × 10??
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Since these are all acidic solutions, the one with the highest pH will be the least acidic. Now, we know that a lower Ka value means a weaker acid. So, we need to find the acid with the lowest Ka value. Comparing the given Ka values: HCN: $4.9 \times Show more…
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