Question

an equation to show the dissociation of hexadecanoic acid when dissolved in water. use the equation to explain the meaning of the term weak acid.

Answer 1

Dissociation of hexadecanoic acid in aqueous media:

CH₃(CH₂)₁₄CO₂H₄₉ ⇌ CH₃(CH₂)₁₄CO₂⁻₄₉ + H⁺₄₉⁻