Weak Acid, Strong Base Titration

So, the exact pH at equivalence can be calculated by setting up the equilibrium expression and solving for the pH.In summary, to find the pH at equivalence in a titration of 25 mL of 0.1 M HOAc with 0.15 M NaOH, the chemical equation must be balanced and stoichiometric relationships used to find the moles of NaOH. Then, the concentration of sodium OAc can be used to calculate the exact pH at equivalence using the equilibrium expression.
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monae
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25 mL of 0.1 M HOAc are titrated with 0.15 M NaOH. What is the pH at
equivalence?

I know that the pH at start will be greater than 1.0 and the pH at equivalence will be greater than 7 since its a titration of a weak acid and a strong base. But what I don't know is whether or not there is a way to solve this problem for the exact pH since the volume of NaOH is not given.
 
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can't you figure out the volume of NaOH, though?

write and balance the chemical eqn, and then use stoichiometric relationships to find the moles of NaOH. Divide this by the molarity (0.15 M) to get milliliters of NaOH.
 
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monae said:
25 mL of 0.1 M HOAc are titrated with 0.15 M NaOH. What is the pH at
equivalence?

I know that the pH at start will be greater than 1.0 and the pH at equivalence will be greater than 7 since its a titration of a weak acid and a strong base. But what I don't know is whether or not there is a way to solve this problem for the exact pH since the volume of NaOH is not given.

The pH at equivalence point is the same as solution containing the equivalent concentration of sodium OAc. You can use the Kb of this conjugate base of the weak acid.
 

1. What is a weak acid, strong base titration?

A weak acid, strong base titration is a chemical process used to determine the concentration of an unknown weak acid solution by reacting it with a known concentration of a strong base solution. The resulting reaction produces a salt and water, and the amount of base needed to neutralize the acid can be used to calculate the concentration of the acid.

2. How is a weak acid, strong base titration performed?

In a typical titration, a burette is filled with the strong base solution and the weak acid solution is placed in a flask. The base is slowly added to the acid solution until the endpoint is reached, which is indicated by a color change or a sudden change in pH. The volume of base used is then recorded and used to calculate the concentration of the acid.

3. What is the endpoint in a weak acid, strong base titration?

The endpoint is the point at which the reaction between the weak acid and the strong base is complete. This is typically indicated by a color change or a sudden change in pH. It is important to accurately determine the endpoint in order to obtain precise results.

4. What factors can affect the results of a weak acid, strong base titration?

The accuracy of a titration can be influenced by various factors such as human error, incorrect calibration of equipment, impurities in the solutions, and the presence of air bubbles. It is important to carefully follow the procedure and use precise measuring techniques to minimize these factors.

5. What are some applications of weak acid, strong base titrations?

Weak acid, strong base titrations are commonly used in various industries, including pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, and environmental testing, to determine the concentration of acids in solutions. They are also used in educational settings to teach students about acid-base chemistry and titration techniques.

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