why-are-h-ions-considered-equivalent-to-h3o-ions-in-the-context-of-auto-ionizati

Question

Why are $$H^{+}$$ ions considered equivalent to $$H_{3}$O^{+}$$ ions in the context of auto-ionization?

Accepted Answer

$$H^{+}$$ ions are a simplified representation of $$H_{3}$O^{+}$$ ions.

Answer

$$H^{+}$$ ions are more reactive than $$H_{3}$O^{+}$$ ions.

Answer

$$H^{+}$$ ions are larger than $$H_{3}$O^{+}$$ ions.

Answer

$$H^{+}$$ ions are less stable than $$H_{3}$O^{+}$$ ions.

Why are H+ ions considered equivalent to H3O+ ions in the context of auto-ionization?