Which of the following acids has the weakest conjugate base in aqueous solution? A)CH₃COOH B)HOCl C)HF D)HNO₂ E)HNO₃

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HNO₃ (Nitric acid, HNO3) is a strong acid, meaning it dissociates completely in water to form H+ and its conjugate base, NO3-. Since HNO3 is a strong acid, its conjugate base (NO3-) is very weak. Weak conjugate bases do not readily recombine with H+ to form the original acid, indicating their stability in solution.

Which of the Following Acids Has the Weakest Conjugate Base