a. Write the equation for the reaction that takes place between HSO4- and the acid HCl. Use equilibrium arrow in your answer.
b. Write the equation for the reaction that takes place between HSO4- and the base OH-. Use equilibrium arrow in your answer.
b. Write the equation for the reaction that takes place between HSO4- and the base OH-. Use equilibrium arrow in your answer.
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HSO4- + HCl <====> H2SO4 + Cl- (HSO4- acts as a base; it accepts a proton)
HSO4- + OH- <=====> SO42- + H2O (HSO4- acts an acid; it donates a proton)
HSO4- + OH- <=====> SO42- + H2O (HSO4- acts an acid; it donates a proton)