Question

Write the balanced equation for the ionization of the weak base pyridine, C5H5N, in water, H2O. Phases, such as (aq) or (l), are optional.

Answer 1

the pyridine is base so it removes the proton or takes the proton from the water molecule and it forms the protonated pyridine and then hydroxide ion is formed and the pyridine and protonated pyridine and hydroxide ion are in the aqueous phase and the water is in the liquid state and the balanced equation is as follows for the ionization ( ions formed when dissolved in water)

C5H5N (aq) + H2O(l) ---------------------------> C5H5NH+ (aq) + OH-(aq)

answer => C5H5N (aq) + H2O(l) ---------------------------> C5H5NH+ (aq) + OH-(aq)