Section 8.4 8.4 Strength of Acids and Bases

Weak Acids and Bases The citric acid in orange juice and the acetic acid in vinegar are weak acids. Toothpaste and shampoo contain weak bases. Weak acids and bases ionize or dissociate only slightly in water. Weak Acids A solution of acetic acid, CH 3COOH, and water can be described by the following equation. CH3 COOH H2OCH3 COO H3O+ ................
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