What is the conjugate acid of CH3COO?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking for the conjugate acid of acetate (CH3COO-), which is the species formed when acetate gains a proton (H+). The conjugate acid in this case is acetic acid (CH3COOH).
Answer
CH3COOH (acetic acid)
The conjugate acid of CH3COO- is CH3COOH (acetic acid).
Answer for screen readers
The conjugate acid of CH3COO- is CH3COOH (acetic acid).
More Information
A conjugate acid is the species formed when a base accepts a proton. In this case, CH3COO- (acetate ion) accepts a proton to become CH3COOH (acetic acid), which is a weak acid commonly found in vinegar.
Tips
A common mistake is to confuse the conjugate base for the conjugate acid. Remember, the conjugate acid is what is formed when the base gains a proton.
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