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How many pKa values are there for a monoprotic acid ?
a. 4
b. 2
c. 1
d. 3

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Answer:

Only one, so option c

Step-by-step explanation:

Because monoprotic as it says, had only one proton to lose giving it only one pka for example Hydrochloric Acid (H-Cl). unlike a diprotic acid which would have two pkas like carbonic acid for example (H2CO3).

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