What is the conjugate acid of HCO3-?

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The question is asking for the conjugate acid of the bicarbonate ion (HCO3-). The conjugate acid can be found by adding a proton (H+) to the bicarbonate ion. This involves basic concepts of acid-base chemistry.

Answer

H2CO3

The final answer is H2CO3

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The final answer is H2CO3

More Information

The conjugate acid is formed by adding a hydrogen ion (H+) to the conjugate base.

Tips

Be careful not to confuse the conjugate acid with the conjugate base. The conjugate acid always has one more H+ ion than the conjugate base.

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