How to find conjugate base and acid?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking how to identify the conjugate base and conjugate acid of a given acid-base pair. The approach involves understanding the Brønsted-Lowry theory of acids and bases, where an acid donates a proton (H+) and the species that remains is its conjugate base, while the species that accepts the proton becomes the conjugate acid.
Answer
Subtract one H+ from the acid to get the conjugate base, and add one H+ to the base to get the conjugate acid.
To find the conjugate base, remove one hydrogen ion from the acid. To find the conjugate acid, add one hydrogen ion to the base.
Answer for screen readers
To find the conjugate base, remove one hydrogen ion from the acid. To find the conjugate acid, add one hydrogen ion to the base.
More Information
Identifying conjugate acids and bases helps in understanding reactions and the role of different species in solutions.
Tips
A common mistake is confusing the conjugate acid with the base and vice versa. Remember, acids donate H+ and bases accept H+.
