Consider the pKa’s listed below: a. Draw each conjugate base, and using the pKa...

Consider the pK_a’s listed below:

a. Draw each conjugate base, and using the pK_a data, rank the conjugate bases from strongest base/highest P.E. to weakest base/lowest P.E.

b. For each conjugate base, indicate the type of orbital in which the lone pair of electrons resides. (Hint: What is the hybridization state of the atom holding the lone pair?)

c. Indicate the percent s character (“red clay”) of each orbital holding a lone pair.

d. Which is lower in PE, an s orbital or a p orbital?

e. Construct an explanation for the pattern in the pK_a data above.