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Correct relation between dissociation constants of a dibasic acid is
- Ka1 = Ka2
- Ka1 > Ka2
- Ka1 < Ka2
- Ka1 = 1 Ka2
Answer
(2) Ka1 > Ka2
Solution
A dibasic acid H2A ionises in two steps:
H2A H+ + HA-; Ka1
HA- H+ + A2-; Ka2
As per NCERT, the second proton is removed from a negatively charged ion HA-, which holds it more strongly (electrostatic attraction).
∴ The second ionisation is always weaker: Ka1 > Ka2
Answer: (2)
AIPMT 2001