Predict the products of this reaction, assuming it undergoes a Brønsted-Lowry acid-base reaction. H₂C₂O₄ + 2F⁻$\rightarrow$ ? A) 2H₂C₂O₄ and F⁻ B) C₂O₄²⁻ and 2HF C) C₂O₄ and 2F⁻ D) H₂C₂O₃^- and F₂ E) C₂O₃^- and 2F₂

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The reaction described is a Brønsted-Lowry acid-base reaction where HF (a strong acid) donates a proton to the carbonate ion (a base), resulting in the formation of water (H2O) and the bicarbonate ion (HCO3-). Therefore, the correct products are H2O and HCO3- along with the release of HF, which aligns with choice B.

Predict the Products of This Reaction, Assuming It Undergoes a Brønsted-Lowry