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Ionization constants `K_(a)` for formic acid and acetic acid are `17.7xx10^(-5) and 1.77xx10^(-5)`. Which acid is stronger and how many times the other if equimolar concentrations of the two are taken ?

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To determine which acid is stronger between formic acid and acetic acid based on their ionization constants \( K_a \), and to find out how many times stronger one is than the other, we can follow these steps: ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Ionization Constants:** - The ionization constant \( K_a \) for formic acid (HCOOH) is given as \( 17.7 \times 10^{-5} \). - The ionization constant \( K_a \) for acetic acid (CH₃COOH) is given as \( 1.77 \times 10^{-5} \). ...
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