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A weak acid HA has degree of dissociation x. Which option gives the correct expression of (pH - pKa)?
- ( 1-xx )
- 0
- (1+2x)
- ( x1-x )
Answer
(4) ( x1-x )
Solution
HA H+ + A-
At equilibrium: [HA] = c(1-x), [A-] = cx
Ka = [H+][A-][HA]
Ka = [H+] + [A-][HA]
pH = pKa + [A-][HA]
pH - pKa = cxc(1-x) = ( x1-x )
Answer: (4)
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