Among the compounds water,1-butyne,2-butyne,and ethane,which are stronger acids than ammonia?
A)1-butyne and ethane
B)water and 1-butyne
C)water and ethane
D)1-butyne and 2-butyne

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Water and 1-butyne are stronger acids than ammonia. Water (H2O) has a pKa of about 15.7, and 1-butyne has a pKa of approximately 25, both of which are lower than the pKa of ammonia (about 38), indicating they are stronger acids.

Among the Compounds Water,1-Butyne,2-Butyne,and Ethane,which Are Stronger Acids Than Ammonia