NEETChemistryIonic Equilibrium
How does the strength of a conjugate base relate to the strength of the corresponding strong acid, according to the text?
Options
- AThe conjugate base is stronger than the strong acid.
- BThe conjugate base is weaker than the strong acid.
- CThe strength of the conjugate base has no relation to the strength of the strong acid.
- DThe conjugate base is of equal strength to the strong acid.
Correct answer
B. The conjugate base is weaker than the strong acid.
Step-by-step solution
The text indicates that the conjugate base is weaker than the strong acid.