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Write a net ionic equation to show how codeine, c18h21o3n, behaves as a base in water.

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Actually, the ionic equation for this is a reversible equation since codeine is a weak base. Any weak base or weak acids do not completely dissociate which makes them a reversible process. The ionic equation for this case is:

C18H21O3N + H3O+ <=> C18H21O3NH+ + H2O

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