Is HF a weak acid?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking whether hydrofluoric acid (HF) can be classified as a weak acid. To answer this, we consider its ability to dissociate in water and compare it to strong acids.
Answer
HF is a weak acid.
The final answer is HF is a weak acid.
Answer for screen readers
The final answer is HF is a weak acid.
More Information
HF (hydrofluoric acid) is classified as a weak acid because its bond between hydrogen and fluorine is very strong and difficult to break, which means it does not fully dissociate in water.
Tips
Do not confuse acidity with corrosiveness. HF can be highly corrosive but still be classified as a weak acid.
Sources
- Hydrofluoric acid - Wikipedia - en.wikipedia.org
- Is HF a weak acid? - EHS Cornell - ehs.cornell.edu
- Why is HF a weak acid? - CHEMISTRY COMMUNITY - lavelle.chem.ucla.edu
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