acid has a pH of 2.50 (show work for calculations). Determine the [H3O+] concentration. Determine the [OH-] concentration. Deterimine the pH of the acetic acid if it is a strong acid.

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A solution of 0.80 M acetic acid acid has a pH of 2.50 (show work for calculations).

    • Determine the [H3O+] concentration.
    • Determine the [OH-] concentration.
    • Deterimine the pH of the acetic acid if it is a strong acid.
    • Based on the given pH and the one calculated if acetic acid is a strong acid, is acetic acid a weak acid or a strong acid?  Explain.
    • The formula of benzoic acid is CH3COOH, write out the Ka equation.
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