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Which statement best describes a weak acid?
A. An acid in a dilute solution
B. An acid that dissociates completely in solution
C. An acid in a concentrated solution
D. An acid that dissociates only slightly in solution

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Answer:

D. An acid that dissociates only slightly in solution

Explanation:

A weak acid is an acid that is slightly dissociated into its ions in a solution.  At similar concentration, weak acids have higher pH value than strong acids.

Examples of weak acids includes acetic acid, hydrogen sulfide, formic acid,

hydrofluoric acid etc.

D. An acid that dissociates only slightly in solution