Question

How can you look at a compound and know if it's a weak acid or base? I can't seem to figure it out.

Answer 1

can i know those compounds ???

Answer 2

There's no specific problem. I just have a test coming up and I'll be given a list and be expected to identify them.

Answer 3

I think you are just supposed to know them......but what I can tell you is that organic acids and organic bases are usually the weak ones.....

Answer 4

http://www.chemistry.pomona.edu/chemistry/1alab/www/fall2006/powerptpresentations/5anions/acidbaset.htm

Answer 5

look at it's conjugate form and determine which one is more stable