When comparing the strength of two weak acids which factor do we use to determine which is the stronger of the two?
A) the formula weights of the acids
B) the number of protons the acids can lose
C) the size of the acid dissociation constants
D) none of the above

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The strength of an acid is determined by its acid dissociation constant (Ka). A larger Ka value indicates a stronger acid. Therefore, option C- the size of the acid dissociation constant is the factor used to determine which of the two weak acids is stronger.

When Comparing the Strength of Two Weak Acids Which Factor