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The discussion revolves around solving specific chemistry problems related to titration, solubility product constant (Ksp), and precipitation reactions. The scope includes homework-related queries and mathematical reasoning in chemistry.

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  • The original poster seeks help with three chemistry problems involving titration, Ksp calculations, and precipitation.
  • Some participants request clarification on the original poster's incorrect answers and the methods used to arrive at them.
  • One participant notes that the role of pyridine is to consume HCl before the endpoint, suggesting that the final pH depends solely on the excess HCl present.
  • Another participant questions the concentrations of M3+ and X2- in relation to the solubility of M2X3, prompting further exploration of the problem.

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Participants express differing views on the approach to solving the problems, with some clarifying roles of substances and others focusing on calculations. The discussion remains unresolved as participants continue to seek clarification and corrections.

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There are limitations in the original poster's attempts, including potential misunderstandings of the relationships between concentrations and the calculations of Ksp. The discussion does not resolve these issues.

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Students and individuals interested in chemistry problem-solving, particularly in titration, solubility, and precipitation reactions.

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I need Help Please! Chemistry gurus please help!?

Homework Statement



I need Help Please! Chemistry gurus please help!?
1) 5.61 mL of 0.49M Pyridine, C5H5N, are titrated with 0.20 M HCl. What is the pH of the solution 2.86 mL after the equivalent point?
Kb (C5H5N)=1.8x10-9
Report the pH to 2 decimal places

2) The solubility of M2X3 (as M3+ and X2-) in water at 298K is 6.03 x 10(-3) M. Calculate Ksp for M2X3.

3) A 0.166 M NaBr and 0.048 M NaCl mixture is going to be treated with AgNO3. Calculate the % of bromide ion present when the choride starts to precipitate. Ksp (AgCl) = 1.8x10-10; (AgBr) = 5.0x10-13
Report your answer to two significant figures.

I tried and cannot get the correct answers...please help!

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For 1) I got Ka from Kb by using 1.0E-14 and then I found out how much HCL was needed to reach the equivalence point and got
.2635 L by mult. and using Pyridine. but IDK how to get the HCL needed after addidtion of 2.86 ml. I used the same format as getting H3O and dividing it by total volume with 2.86 ml added and got 4.87 PH which is wrong!

For2) K_sp = [M3+]^2*[X2-]^3

ow Molarity of M3+ = 6.03 x 10(-3) M2X3*(2 mol M3+/1 mol M2X3) = 6.14E-13 mol = Molarity

IDK where to go after this

I tried solubility laws but I keep getting the wrong answer!
 
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I updated my attempt there.
 
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First - the only role pyridine plays is it consumes HCl before endpoint. Final pH is a function of excess HCl only.

Second - what are concentrations of M3+ and X2- if each liter of solution contains 6.03x10-3 moles of M2X3?
 

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