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Question

What is the principal species in a solution of acetic acid (pK_a = 4.76) at pH 3?

Accepted Answer

Acetic acid (CH₃COOH)

Answer

Acetate ion (CH₃COO^-)

Answer

Water (H₂O)

Answer

Hydronium ion (H₃O⁺)

What is the principal species in a solution of acetic acid (pKa = 4.76) at pH 3?