NEETChemistryIonic Equilibrium
In the context of a conjugate acid-base pair, what is the relationship between the strength of a strong acid and its conjugate base?
Options
- AThe strong acid has a strong conjugate base
- BThe strong acid has a weak conjugate base
- CThe weak acid has a strong conjugate base
- DThe weak acid has a weak conjugate base
Correct answer
B. The strong acid has a weak conjugate base
Step-by-step solution
In the context of a conjugate acid-base pair, a strong acid will have a weak conjugate base.