Is NO3 an acid or base?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking about the chemical nature of the nitrate ion (NO3), whether it behaves as an acid or a base in chemical reactions. This will typically involve knowledge of acid-base theory and the properties of common ions.
Answer
Nitrate ions (NO3-) are neither an acid nor a base
Nitrate ions (NO3-) are neither an acid nor a base
Answer for screen readers
Nitrate ions (NO3-) are neither an acid nor a base
More Information
The nitrate ion (NO3-) is the conjugate base of nitric acid (HNO3). In aqueous solution, it neither acts as an acid nor as a base.
Tips
Do not confuse nitrate ion (NO3-) with nitric acid (HNO3), which is a strong acid.
Sources
- Nitrate ion - Wikipedia - en.wikipedia.org
- Introduction to acid-base chemistry - LibreTexts - chem.libretexts.org
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