What is the conjugate acid of CH3COO-?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking for the conjugate acid of the acetate ion (CH3COO-), which is the species that forms when the acetate ion gains a proton (H+). The resulting conjugate acid would be acetic acid (CH3COOH).
Answer
CH3COOH (acetic acid)
The final answer is CH3COOH (acetic acid).
Answer for screen readers
The final answer is CH3COOH (acetic acid).
More Information
CH3COOH, commonly known as acetic acid, is the conjugate acid of the acetate ion (CH3COO-) formed by the addition of a proton (H+).
Tips
A common mistake is to confuse CH3COO- with its conjugate base instead of its conjugate acid. Remember that conjugate acids are formed by gaining a proton.
Sources
- The web page with info on - CK12 - ck12.org
- The formula for the conjugate acid of CH3COO- - Answers - answers.com
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