Which reaction BEST illustrates the reaction of an acid in aqueous solution? A) HCl + H₂O → Cl^- + H₃O⁺ B) NH₃ + H₂O → ⁺NH₄ + H₃O⁺ C) HCl + H₂O → HCl + H₃O⁺ D) NH₃ + H₂O → ⁺NH₄ + HO^- E) HCl + H₂O → Cl^- + HO^-

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The reaction of HCl with H2O to form Cl- and H3O+ best illustrates the behavior of an acid in aqueous solution, as it shows the acid donating a proton (H+) to water, forming hydronium ions (H3O+).

Which Reaction BEST Illustrates the Reaction of an Acid in Aqueous