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What is the conjugate acid of HCO3? A) H30+ B) H20 C) CO32- D) OH E) H2CO3

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Answer: The correct answer is Option E.

Step-by-step explanation:

According to the Bronsted-Lowry conjugate acid-base theory:

An acid is defined as a substance which looses donates protons and thus forming conjugate base.

A base is defined as a substance which accepts protons and thus forming conjugate acid.

To form a conjugate acid of
HCO_3^-, this compound will accept one proton to form
H_2CO_3

The conjugate acid formed is named as carbonic acid.

Hence, the correct answer is Option E.

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