SAT Chemistry

Category - Multiple Choice

HNO2(aq) + H2O --> NO2-(aq) + H30+(aq)

In this reaction, NO2-(aq) is best classified as a(n)
  1. Acid
  2. Base
  3. Cation
  4. Salt
  5. Electrically neutral species
Explanation
Answer: Base

In this reaction, HNO2(aq) acts as an acid by releasing protons into solution. Each acid must have a conjugate base, so NO2-(aq) is best classified as a base.
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