In the following reaction of trichloroacetic acid, HC 2 Cl 3 O 2 , with formate ion,

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In the following reaction of trichloroacetic acid, HC2Cl3O2, with formate ion, CHO2, the formation of trichloroacetate ion, C2Cl3O2, and formic acid, HCHO2 is favored.

HC,Cl3O2 + CHO, C,Cl302 + HCHO2


Which is the stronger acid, trichloroacetic acid or formic acid? Explain.

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General Chemistry

ISBN: 978-1439043998

9th edition

Authors: Darrell Ebbing, Steven D. Gammon

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