Multiple Choice
Which of the following statements best explains why scientists study acid-base equilibrium in organic chemistry?
Consider the following proposed Brønsted–Lowry acid–base reactions. In each case, draw the products of a transfer of the most acidic proton on the acid to the most basic site on the base. Use Appendix 4 to find or estimate the pKa values for the acids and the pKb values for the bases. Then determine which side of the reaction is favored, either reactants or products.
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(b)