Titration - solving for a one concentration knowing the other reactant

In summary, the concentration of B^{4-} at equilibrium is [4x] and can be calculated by solving the equation 6912x^7=2.51x10^-37, resulting in a value of 1.67x10^-6. Taking the -log of this concentration gives a pB^{4-} value of 5.11.
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Homework Statement



A 10.02 mL solution of chemical A4+ is determined by precipitation titration with 40.07 mL of 0.03015 M titrant B3-. The reaction stoichiometry is given by

3A4+ + 4B3- => A3B4 (s)
For a log Ksp of -36.6, what is pB3- at the equivalence point?
You must express your answer to two decimal places only in order to get the program to grade it properly!(Caution: Note the difference between Log X and pX, in terms of sign)

Homework Equations



-log[concentation]

The Attempt at a Solution


since its at equivalence point the concentration of [b3]and [a] would be the same.
since ksp=[a]=-36.6
In terms of x, wouldn't it be (3x^3)(4x^4) = -36.6? (6912x^7)=-36.6 = -1.1726 but then i can't take a -log of a negative number?
 
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what i tried doing now was

since it said For a log Ksp of -36.6
pKsp = -log[x]
log[ksp] = -36.6
2.51x10^-37?

[3x]^3[4x]^4 = ksp
6912x^7=2.51x10^-37
x=1.67x10^-6

-log 1.67x10^-6
ph = 5.77

but that's wrong too, the answer is 5.11

so anyone have any ideas?
 
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since it said For a log Ksp of -36.6
pKsp = -log[x]
log[ksp] = -36.6
2.51x10^-37?

[3x]^3[4x]^4 = ksp
6912x^7=2.51x10^-37
x=1.67x10^-6

correct

-log 1.67x10^-6
ph = 5.77

but that's wrong too, the answer is 5.11

so anyone have any ideas?

Ofcourse it is wrong. The concentration of B^{4-} at equilibrium is [4x] and not x
 

1. What is titration and why is it important in solving for a one concentration knowing the other reactant?

Titration is a laboratory technique used to determine the concentration of a substance in a solution. It involves adding a known amount of one reactant to a solution containing an unknown amount of another reactant until the reaction is complete. It is important in solving for a one concentration knowing the other reactant because it allows for precise and accurate measurement of the concentration of a solution.

2. How does titration work?

In titration, a known volume of one reactant, called the titrant, is added to a known volume of the other reactant, called the analyte, until the reaction is complete. The point at which the reaction is complete is known as the equivalence point. By measuring the volume of titrant needed to reach the equivalence point, the concentration of the analyte can be calculated.

3. What are the different types of titration?

There are several types of titration, including acid-base titration, redox titration, and complexometric titration. In acid-base titration, an acid is titrated with a base (or vice versa) to determine the concentration of the acid or base. In redox titration, a reducing agent is titrated with an oxidizing agent (or vice versa) to determine the concentration of the reducing agent. In complexometric titration, a metal ion is titrated with a complexing agent to determine the concentration of the metal ion.

4. What is the equipment used in titration?

The equipment used in titration includes a burette, which is used to measure and dispense the titrant, and a flask or beaker to hold the analyte. A burette clamp is used to hold the burette in place, and a titration stand is used to support the burette and flask. A pH meter or indicator may also be used to determine the endpoint of the titration.

5. What are some sources of error in titration?

Some sources of error in titration include inaccurate measurement or dispensing of the titrant, improper calibration of equipment, and human error in reading and recording data. Other factors that can affect the accuracy of titration include temperature, impurities in the solutions, and incomplete reaction between the reactants. It is important to carefully follow proper titration techniques and precautions to minimize errors and ensure accurate results.

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