Find kb for carbonate ion for ka values of carbonic acid


We can calculate Kb for the carbonate ion if we know the Ka values of carbonic acid(H2CO3).

a) Is Ka1 or Ka2 of carbonic acid used to calculate Kb for the carbonate ion? Explain. 
b) Calculate Kb for the carbonate ion. 
c) Is the carbonate ion a weaker or stronger base than ammonia?

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