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In the ionization of hydrochloric acid in water, what is HCl(aq) acting as?
ChemistryIonic EquilibriumNEET
Options:
  • A A proton acceptor
  • B A strong base
  • C An acid
  • D A neutral molecule
Solution:
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The correct answer is: An acid
In the ionization of hydrochloric acid in water, HCl(aq) acts as an acid by donating a proton.

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