conjugate acid/base pairs Flashcards
1
Q
acids..
A
donate protons
2
Q
bases..
A
accept protons
3
Q
conjugate acid-base pair:
A
consists of two substances that differ by the gain or loss of a single proton
4
Q
When an acid loses a proton, it forms its conjugate base, and when a base gains a proton it forms its conjugate acid
A
5
Q
how to find a conjugate acid
A
add one H and one positive charge to the base
6
Q
how to find a conjugate base
A
remove one H and one negative charge from the acid
