Question #450a4
1 Answer
Feb 1, 2018
If H2O is being used as a base, the conjugate acid is H3O+ If H2O is being used as an acid, the conjugate base is OH- .
Explanation:
H2O is amphoteric meaning it can be either a base or an acid in a reaction, depending on the situation.
If it is being used as a base, its conjugate acid is H3O+ (hydronium) .
If it is being used as an acid, its conjugate base in OH- (hydroxide) .
