2.3 7 (a) Describe what happens when each of the following molecules is separately dissolved in water and illustrate with an equation in each case: (i) ethanoic acid (CH3COOH) (ii) ammonia (NH3) (b) Identify the conjugate acids and bases in the substances mentioned in question 7(a) above. (c) Explain the difference between: (i) a strong acid and weak acid and (ii) a strong base and a weak base

2.3 7 (a) Describe what happens when each of the following molecules is separately dissolved in water and illustrate with an equation in each case: (i) ethanoic acid (CH3COOH) (ii) ammonia (NH3) (b) Identify the conjugate acids and bases in the substances mentioned in question 7(a) above. (c) Explain the difference between: (i) a strong acid and weak acid and (ii) a strong base and a weak base

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