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Christopher A.
Feb 1, 2018

If H2O is being used as a base, the conjugate acid is H3O+ If H2O is being used as an acid, the conjugate base is OH- .

Explanation:

H2O is amphoteric meaning it can be either a base or an acid in a reaction, depending on the situation.

If it is being used as a base, its conjugate acid is H3O+ (hydronium) .

If it is being used as an acid, its conjugate base in OH- (hydroxide) .

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