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CHM 101 Stoichiometry Objective Question

Question

Which substance in 1 mol dm⁻³ aqueous solution would have the same hydrogen ion concentration as 1 mol dm⁻³ hydrochloric acid?
Options
A Sulphuric acid
B Nitric acid
Correct Answer
C Sodium hydroxide
D Ethanoic acid
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Hydrochloric acid and nitric acid are both strong monoprotic acids and fully ionize to produce equal hydrogen ion concentration.

Hint

Look for another strong acid that releases one hydrogen ion per molecule.

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