Microbiology: An Introduction, 11th Edition

Published by Benjamin Cummings
ISBN 10: 0321733606
ISBN 13: 978-0-32173-360-3

Chapter 2 - Chemical Principles - Study Questions - Multiple Choice - Page 51: 10

Answer

C

Work Step by Step

We follow the problem's hint to use the products in order to help us find the answer. We see that when the molecule dissociates, neither $H^+$ nor $OH^-$ is formed. Thus, we see that the solution is not a base nor an acid but rather is a salt, making option C the correct answer.
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