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Anonymous asked in Science & MathematicsChemistry · 1 month ago

For ClO2−, enter an equation that shows how the anion acts as a base.?

For ClO2−, enter an equation that shows how the anion acts as a base.

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  • Dr W
    Lv 7
    1 month ago

    are you familiar with bronsted lowery bases?  if so what are they known for? if not, click below

    https://chemed.chem.purdue.edu/genchem/topicreview...

    acids are ____ (donators / acceptors)

    bases are ____ (donators / acceptors)

    you tell me.. 

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    now think about HClO2 and ClO2(-).... . chlorous acid and the chorite ion. 

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    HcBioChem.... are you hoarding 2's?

  • hcbiochem
    Lv 7
    1 month ago

    ClO-(aq) + H2O(l) <--> HClO(aq) + OH-(aq)

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