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Ch.3 - Molecules and Compounds
Tro - Chemistry: A Molecular Approach 6th Edition
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Chapter 3, Problem 60a

Name each acid. a. HCl(aq)

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Identify the type of acid: HCl is a binary acid, which consists of hydrogen and one other nonmetal element.
Recognize the naming pattern for binary acids: Binary acids are named using the prefix 'hydro-', followed by the root of the nonmetal element, and ending with the suffix '-ic acid'.
Determine the root of the nonmetal element: In HCl, the nonmetal is chlorine, so the root is 'chlor'.
Apply the naming pattern: Combine the prefix 'hydro-', the root 'chlor', and the suffix '-ic acid' to name the acid.
Conclude the name: The name of the acid HCl(aq) is 'hydrochloric acid'.

Key Concepts

Here are the essential concepts you must grasp in order to answer the question correctly.

Acids and Bases

Acids are substances that can donate protons (H⁺ ions) in a solution, while bases can accept protons. The Brønsted-Lowry theory defines acids as proton donors, which is essential for understanding the behavior of substances like HCl in aqueous solutions.
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Strong Acids

Strong acids are those that completely dissociate in water, releasing all of their protons. HCl, or hydrochloric acid, is a classic example of a strong acid, meaning it fully ionizes in solution, making it highly effective in chemical reactions.
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Nomenclature of Acids

The naming of acids depends on their composition and the presence of oxygen. For binary acids like HCl, the name is derived from the nonmetal part (chlorine) and is prefixed with 'hydro-' and suffixed with '-ic', resulting in hydrochloric acid.
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