Chemistry: A Molecular Approach (3rd Edition)

Published by Prentice Hall
ISBN 10: 0321809246
ISBN 13: 978-0-32180-924-7

Chapter 15 - Sections 15.1-15.12 - Exercises - Review Questions - Page 745: 17

Answer

This statement is valid because the autoionization value is so low compared to the equilibrium value of an acid in solution, so the value can be neglected. Even if didn't neglect the value, the overall pH wouldn't change because water barely plays a role in determining the pH.

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