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Class 11 Chemistry · 6-2.Equilibrium-II (Ionic Equilibrium) · pH of weak Acids and weak Bases

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101
MediumMCQ
The $K_a$ of propanoic acid is $1.4 \times 10^{-5}$. Calculate the $pH$ of a $0.1 \ M$ solution.
A
$2.92$
B
$3.42$
C
$1.92$
D
$4.92$

Solution

(A) For a weak acid,the concentration of $H_3O^+$ is given by $[H_3O^+] = \sqrt{K_a \times C}$.
Substituting the values: $[H_3O^+] = \sqrt{1.4 \times 10^{-5} \times 0.1} = \sqrt{1.4 \times 10^{-6}} = 1.183 \times 10^{-3} \ M$.
Now,$pH = -\log[H_3O^+] = -\log(1.183 \times 10^{-3}) = 3 - \log(1.183) = 3 - 0.073 = 2.927 \approx 2.92$.
102
DifficultMCQ
The ionization constant of $0.1$ $M$ weak acid is $1.74 \times 10^{-5}$ at $298$ $K$ temperature. Calculate the $pH$ of its $0.1$ $M$ solution. (in $.88$)
A
$2$
B
$3$
C
$1$
D
$4$

Solution

(A) For a weak acid,the concentration of $H^+$ ions is given by $[H^+] = \sqrt{K_a \times C}$.
Given $K_a = 1.74 \times 10^{-5}$ and $C = 0.1$ $M$.
$[H^+] = \sqrt{1.74 \times 10^{-5} \times 0.1} = \sqrt{1.74 \times 10^{-6}} = 1.319 \times 10^{-3}$ $M$.
$pH = -\log[H^+] = -\log(1.319 \times 10^{-3}) = 3 - \log(1.319) = 3 - 0.12 = 2.88$.
103
MediumMCQ
The $K_b$ of ammonia $(NH_3)$ is $1.8 \times 10^{-5}$ at $298 \ K$. Calculate the $pH$ of a $0.1 \ M$ ammonia solution. (in $.13$)
A
$11$
B
$10$
C
$9$
D
$12$

Solution

(A) For a weak base $NH_3$,the dissociation is $NH_3 + H_2O \rightleftharpoons NH_4^+ + OH^-$.
The concentration of $OH^-$ ions is given by $[OH^-] = \sqrt{K_b \times C}$.
$[OH^-] = \sqrt{1.8 \times 10^{-5} \times 0.1} = \sqrt{1.8 \times 10^{-6}} = 1.34 \times 10^{-3} \ M$.
$pOH = -\log[OH^-] = -\log(1.34 \times 10^{-3}) = 3 - \log(1.34) \approx 3 - 0.127 = 2.873$.
Since $pH + pOH = 14$ at $298 \ K$,$pH = 14 - 2.873 = 11.127 \approx 11.13$.
104
Difficult
Dimethyl amine $(CH_3)_2NH$ is a weak base and its ionization constant is $5.4 \times 10^{-5}$. Calculate $[OH^{-}]$,$[H_3O^{+}]$,$pOH$ and $pH$ of its $0.2 \ M$ solution at equilibrium.

Solution

For a weak base,the equilibrium is: $(CH_3)_2NH + H_2O \rightleftharpoons (CH_3)_2NH_2^{+} + OH^{-}$.
Using the approximation $[OH^{-}] = \sqrt{K_b \times C}$,where $K_b = 5.4 \times 10^{-5}$ and $C = 0.2 \ M$.
$[OH^{-}] = \sqrt{5.4 \times 10^{-5} \times 0.2} = \sqrt{1.08 \times 10^{-5}} = \sqrt{10.8 \times 10^{-6}} \approx 3.286 \times 10^{-3} \ M$.
$pOH = -\log[OH^{-}] = -\log(3.286 \times 10^{-3}) \approx 2.48$.
$pH = 14 - pOH = 14 - 2.48 = 11.52$.
$[H_3O^{+}] = 10^{-pH} = 10^{-11.52} \approx 3.02 \times 10^{-12} \ M$.
105
EasyMCQ
The dissociation constant of a base $BOH$ at $25^{\circ} C$ is $1.0 \times 10^{-12}$. The concentration of $OH^{-}$ in a $0.01 \ M$ aqueous solution is .......
A
$1.0 \times 10^{-5} \ M$
B
$1.0 \times 10^{-7} \ M$
C
$2.0 \times 10^{-6} \ M$
D
$1.0 \times 10^{-14} \ M$

Solution

(B) For a weak base $BOH$,the dissociation is $BOH \rightleftharpoons B^{+} + OH^{-}$.
The dissociation constant $K_b = \frac{[B^{+}][OH^{-}]}{[BOH]} = \frac{c \alpha^2}{1-\alpha} \approx c \alpha^2$.
Given $K_b = 1.0 \times 10^{-12}$ and $c = 0.01 \ M = 10^{-2} \ M$.
$1.0 \times 10^{-12} = 10^{-2} \times \alpha^2 \implies \alpha^2 = 10^{-10} \implies \alpha = 10^{-5}$.
$[OH^{-}] = c \alpha = 10^{-2} \times 10^{-5} = 1.0 \times 10^{-7} \ M$.
106
DifficultMCQ
For an aqueous solution of $H_2CO_3$,the ionization constants are $K_1 = 4.2 \times 10^{-7}$ and $K_2 = 4.8 \times 10^{-11}$. Which statement is correct for a $0.034 \ M$ saturated solution of carbonic acid?
A
$[H^+] = [HCO_3^-]$
B
$[H^+] > [HCO_3^-]$
C
$[H^+] < [HCO_3^-]$
D
$[H^+] = 2[CO_3^{2-}]$

Solution

(B) For a weak diprotic acid like $H_2CO_3$,the first dissociation step is $H_2CO_3 \rightleftharpoons H^+ + HCO_3^-$.
Since $K_1 \gg K_2$,the concentration of $H^+$ ions is primarily determined by the first dissociation step.
In the first step,one molecule of $H_2CO_3$ produces one $H^+$ ion and one $HCO_3^-$ ion.
However,a small amount of $HCO_3^-$ further dissociates into $H^+$ and $CO_3^{2-}$ according to the second dissociation step: $HCO_3^- \rightleftharpoons H^+ + CO_3^{2-}$.
This second step produces additional $H^+$ ions,making the total $[H^+]$ slightly greater than $[HCO_3^-]$.
107
MediumMCQ
Calculate the $pH$ of a solution containing $6.0 \ g$ of acetic acid $(CH_3COOH)$ in $250 \ mL$ of water. Given: $K_a = 1.8 \times 10^{-5}$ at $298 \ K$,and atomic masses are $C = 12, H = 1, O = 16$. (in $.57$)
A
$2$
B
$3$
C
$4$
D
$1$

Solution

(A) $1$. Calculate the molar mass of acetic acid $(CH_3COOH)$: $M = (2 \times 12) + (4 \times 1) + (2 \times 16) = 60 \ g/mol$.
$2$. Calculate the number of moles of acetic acid: $n = \frac{6.0 \ g}{60 \ g/mol} = 0.1 \ mol$.
$3$. Calculate the molarity $(C)$ of the solution: $C = \frac{0.1 \ mol}{0.250 \ L} = 0.4 \ M$.
$4$. For a weak acid,$[H^+] = \sqrt{K_a \times C} = \sqrt{1.8 \times 10^{-5} \times 0.4} = \sqrt{0.72 \times 10^{-5}} = \sqrt{7.2 \times 10^{-6}} \approx 2.68 \times 10^{-3} \ M$.
$5$. Calculate $pH$: $pH = -\log[H^+] = -\log(2.68 \times 10^{-3}) = 3 - \log(2.68) \approx 3 - 0.428 = 2.572$.
108
MediumMCQ
What is the $pH$ of a solution containing $7 \ g$ of $NH_4OH$ per $500 \ mL$? (Given: $K_b$ of $NH_4OH = 1.8 \times 10^{-5}$,Molar mass of $NH_4OH = 35 \ g \ mol^{-1}$)
A
$11.43$
B
$10.50$
C
$12.10$
D
$9.80$

Solution

(A) $1$. Calculate the molarity $(M)$ of the solution:
$M = \frac{\text{mass}}{\text{molar mass} \times \text{volume in L}} = \frac{7 \ g}{35 \ g \ mol^{-1} \times 0.5 \ L} = 0.4 \ M$.
$2$. For a weak base,$[OH^-] = \sqrt{K_b \times C} = \sqrt{1.8 \times 10^{-5} \times 0.4} = \sqrt{0.72 \times 10^{-5}} = \sqrt{7.2 \times 10^{-6}} \approx 2.68 \times 10^{-3} \ M$.
$3$. Calculate $pOH$:
$pOH = -\log[OH^-] = -\log(2.68 \times 10^{-3}) = 3 - \log(2.68) \approx 3 - 0.43 = 2.57$.
$4$. Calculate $pH$:
$pH = 14 - pOH = 14 - 2.57 = 11.43$.
109
DifficultMCQ
The ionization constant of benzoic acid is $6.5 \times 10^{-5}$ at $298 \ K$ temperature. Calculate $pH$ of its $0.15 \ M$ solution. (in $.5$)
A
$2$
B
$3$
C
$4$
D
$1$

Solution

(A) For a weak acid,the concentration of $H^{+}$ ions is given by $[H^{+}] = \sqrt{K_a \times C}$.
Given $K_a = 6.5 \times 10^{-5}$ and $C = 0.15 \ M$.
$[H^{+}] = \sqrt{6.5 \times 10^{-5} \times 0.15} = \sqrt{9.75 \times 10^{-6}} \approx 3.12 \times 10^{-3} \ M$.
$pH = -\log[H^{+}] = -\log(3.12 \times 10^{-3}) = 3 - \log(3.12) \approx 3 - 0.494 = 2.506 \approx 2.5$.
110
Medium
At $298 \ K$ temperature,calculate the $pH$ of a $0.25 \ M$ solution of $(CH_3)_2NH$ given that its $K_b$ is $5.4 \times 10^{-4}$.

Solution

(A) For a weak base $(CH_3)_2NH$,the dissociation is: $(CH_3)_2NH + H_2O \rightleftharpoons (CH_3)_2NH_2^+ + OH^-$.
The concentration of $OH^-$ is given by $[OH^-] = \sqrt{K_b \times C}$.
$[OH^-] = \sqrt{5.4 \times 10^{-4} \times 0.25} = \sqrt{1.35 \times 10^{-4}} = 1.16 \times 10^{-2} \ M$.
$pOH = -\log[OH^-] = -\log(1.16 \times 10^{-2}) = 2 - 0.064 = 1.936$.
Since $pH + pOH = 14$,$pH = 14 - 1.936 = 12.064$.
111
EasyMCQ
The $pH$ of $0.1 \ M$ $HCN$ solution is $5.2$. Calculate the dissociation constant $K_a$ of this solution.
A
$3.98 \times 10^{-10}$
B
$1.00 \times 10^{-5}$
C
$5.20 \times 10^{-6}$
D
$2.50 \times 10^{-9}$

Solution

(A) For a weak acid $HCN$,the dissociation is given by: $HCN \rightleftharpoons H^+ + CN^-$.
The concentration of $H^+$ ions is calculated from $pH$ as: $[H^+] = 10^{-pH} = 10^{-5.2}$.
$[H^+] = 6.31 \times 10^{-6} \ M$.
The dissociation constant $K_a$ is given by the formula: $K_a = \frac{[H^+][CN^-]}{[HCN]}$.
Since $[H^+] = [CN^-]$,we have $K_a = \frac{[H^+]^2}{[HCN]}$.
Substituting the values: $K_a = \frac{(6.31 \times 10^{-6})^2}{0.1} = \frac{3.98 \times 10^{-11}}{0.1} = 3.98 \times 10^{-10}$.
112
Medium
Calculate the $pH$ of $0.02 \ M$ $ClCH_2COOH$. Given its $K_a = 1.36 \times 10^{-3}$,calculate its $pK_b$.

Solution

(N/A) For a weak acid $ClCH_2COOH$,the concentration $C = 0.02 \ M$ and $K_a = 1.36 \times 10^{-3}$.
First,calculate the degree of dissociation $\alpha = \sqrt{K_a / C} = \sqrt{1.36 \times 10^{-3} / 0.02} = \sqrt{0.068} \approx 0.2608$.
$[H^+] = C \times \alpha = 0.02 \times 0.2608 = 0.005216 \ M$.
$pH = -\log[H^+] = -\log(0.005216) \approx 2.283$.
To find $pK_b$,first calculate $pK_a = -\log(K_a) = -\log(1.36 \times 10^{-3}) \approx 2.866$.
Using the relation $pK_a + pK_b = 14$,we get $pK_b = 14 - 2.866 = 11.134$.
113
MediumMCQ
For a $0.1 \ M$ aqueous pyridine solution,if the pyridinium ion concentration is produced such that the degree of dissociation is $0.013 \%$,calculate the concentration of the pyridinium ion.
A
$1.3 \times 10^{-5} \ M$
B
$1.3 \times 10^{-4} \ M$
C
$1.3 \times 10^{-3} \ M$
D
$1.3 \times 10^{-2} \ M$

Solution

(A) The concentration of the pyridinium ion $[PyH^+]$ is given by the formula: $[PyH^+] = C \times \alpha$.
Given:
Concentration $C = 0.1 \ M$.
Degree of dissociation $\alpha = 0.013 \% = \frac{0.013}{100} = 1.3 \times 10^{-4}$.
Therefore,$[PyH^+] = 0.1 \times 1.3 \times 10^{-4} = 1.3 \times 10^{-5} \ M$.
114
MediumMCQ
For a $0.1 \ M$ solution of a weak acid $HA$ $(K_a = 1.4 \times 10^{-5})$ in $2 \ L$ of solution,calculate the percentage of dissociation and the $pH$ of the solution.
A
Percentage of dissociation = $1.18 \%$,$pH = 2.93$
B
Percentage of dissociation = $1.58 \%$,$pH = 2.80$
C
Percentage of dissociation = $1.18 \%$,$pH = 3.00$
D
Percentage of dissociation = $1.40 \%$,$pH = 2.93$

Solution

(A) For a weak acid $HA$,the dissociation is given by $HA \rightleftharpoons H^+ + A^-$.
The degree of dissociation $\alpha$ is given by $\alpha = \sqrt{\frac{K_a}{C}}$.
Given $K_a = 1.4 \times 10^{-5}$ and $C = 0.1 \ M$.
$\alpha = \sqrt{\frac{1.4 \times 10^{-5}}{0.1}} = \sqrt{1.4 \times 10^{-4}} = 1.18 \times 10^{-2}$.
Percentage of dissociation = $\alpha \times 100 = 1.18 \times 10^{-2} \times 100 = 1.18 \%$.
The concentration of $H^+$ ions is $[H^+] = C \times \alpha = 0.1 \times 1.18 \times 10^{-2} = 1.18 \times 10^{-3} \ M$.
$pH = -\log[H^+] = -\log(1.18 \times 10^{-3}) = 3 - \log(1.18) = 3 - 0.0719 = 2.9281 \approx 2.93$.
115
DifficultMCQ
Sulphurous acid $(H_{2}SO_{3})$ has $Ka_{1} = 1.7 \times 10^{-2}$ and $Ka_{2} = 6.4 \times 10^{-8}$. The $pH$ of $0.588 \ M \ H_{2}SO_{3}$ is ..... . (Round off to the Nearest Integer)
A
$2$
B
$1$
C
$3$
D
$4$

Solution

(B) $H_{2}SO_{3}$ is a dibasic acid with concentration $c = 0.588 \ M$.
Since $Ka_{1} \gg Ka_{2}$,the $pH$ is primarily determined by the first dissociation step:
$H_{2}SO_{3(aq)} \rightleftharpoons H^{+}_{(aq)} + HS{O_{3}}^{-}_{(aq)}$
$Ka_{1} = \frac{[H^{+}][HSO_{3}^{-}]}{[H_{2}SO_{3}]} = 1.7 \times 10^{-2}$
Let $x$ be the concentration of $H^{+}$ at equilibrium:
$\frac{x^{2}}{0.588 - x} = 0.017$
$x^{2} + 0.017x - 0.009996 = 0$
Using the quadratic formula $x = \frac{-b + \sqrt{b^{2} - 4ac}}{2a}$:
$x = \frac{-0.017 + \sqrt{(0.017)^{2} - 4(1)(-0.009996)}}{2} \approx 0.09186 \ M$
$pH = -\log[H^{+}] = -\log(0.09186) \approx 1.036$
Rounding to the nearest integer,the $pH$ is $1$.
116
MediumMCQ
$K_{a}$ for butyric acid $(C_{3}H_{7}COOH)$ is $2 \times 10^{-5}$. The $pH$ of $0.2 \ M$ solution of butyric acid is $........... \times 10^{-1}$. (Nearest integer) [Given $\log 2 = 0.30$]
A
$26$
B
$25$
C
$27$
D
$29$

Solution

(C) For a weak acid,the $pH$ is given by the formula: $pH = \frac{1}{2} (pK_{a} - \log C)$.
Given $K_{a} = 2 \times 10^{-5}$,so $pK_{a} = -\log(2 \times 10^{-5}) = 5 - \log 2 = 5 - 0.30 = 4.7$.
Concentration $C = 0.2 \ M = 2 \times 10^{-1} \ M$.
$pH = \frac{1}{2} (4.7 - \log(2 \times 10^{-1}))$.
$pH = \frac{1}{2} (4.7 - (\log 2 + \log 10^{-1}))$.
$pH = \frac{1}{2} (4.7 - (0.30 - 1)) = \frac{1}{2} (4.7 - (-0.7)) = \frac{1}{2} (5.4) = 2.7$.
$pH = 2.7 = 27 \times 10^{-1}$.
Thus,the value is $27$.
117
MediumMCQ
The $pH$ of $0.1 \, M$ acetic acid solution is closest to $.....$ [Dissociation constant of the acid,$K_{a} = 1.8 \times 10^{-5}$]
A
$2.87$
B
$1.00$
C
$2.07$
D
$4.76$

Solution

(A) Given,dissociation constant,$K_{a} = 1.8 \times 10^{-5}$ and concentration $c = 0.1 \, M$.
For the dissociation of acetic acid: $CH_{3}COOH \rightleftharpoons CH_{3}COO^{-} + H^{+}$.
Since acetic acid is a weak acid,the concentration of $H^{+}$ ions is given by $[H^{+}] = \sqrt{K_{a} \times c}$.
$[H^{+}] = \sqrt{1.8 \times 10^{-5} \times 0.1} = \sqrt{1.8 \times 10^{-6}} = 1.34 \times 10^{-3} \, M$.
$pH = -\log[H^{+}] = -\log(1.34 \times 10^{-3}) = 3 - \log(1.34) \approx 3 - 0.127 = 2.873$.
Thus,the $pH$ is closest to $2.87$.
118
MediumMCQ
The $pH$ of $1\, N$ aqueous solutions of $HCl$,$CH_{3}COOH$ and $HCOOH$ follows the order
A
$HCl < HCOOH < CH_{3}COOH$
B
$HCl = HCOOH < CH_{3}COOH$
C
$CH_{3}COOH > HCOOH > HCl$
D
$CH_{3}COOH = HCOOH > HCl$

Solution

(C) The acidic strength of an acid depends on the stability of its conjugate base. Stronger acids have more stable conjugate bases.
The dissociation reactions are:
$HCl \rightleftharpoons H^{+} + Cl^{-}$
$HCOOH \rightleftharpoons H^{+} + HCOO^{-}$
$CH_{3}COOH \rightleftharpoons H^{+} + CH_{3}COO^{-}$
The stability of the conjugate bases follows the order: $Cl^{-} > HCOO^{-} > CH_{3}COO^{-}$.
Therefore,the acidic strength follows the order: $HCl > HCOOH > CH_{3}COOH$.
Since $pH = -\log[H^{+}]$,a higher concentration of $H^{+}$ ions results in a lower $pH$ value.
Thus,the order of $pH$ for $1\, N$ aqueous solutions is: $CH_{3}COOH > HCOOH > HCl$.
119
MediumMCQ
The $pK_a$ of a weak acid is $5.85$. The concentrations of the acid and its conjugate base are equal at a $pH$ of (in $.85$)
A
$6$
B
$5$
C
$4$
D
$7$

Solution

(B) The Henderson-Hasselbalch equation is given by: $pH = pK_a + \log \frac{[\text{conjugate base}]}{[\text{acid}]}$.
Given that the concentrations of the acid and its conjugate base are equal,we have $[\text{conjugate base}] = [\text{acid}]$,which implies $\frac{[\text{conjugate base}]}{[\text{acid}]} = 1$.
Substituting the values into the equation: $pH = 5.85 + \log(1)$.
Since $\log(1) = 0$,we get $pH = 5.85 + 0 = 5.85$.
Therefore,the correct option is $B$.
120
MediumMCQ
The degree of dissociation of acetic acid $(0.1 \ mol \ L^{-1})$ in water ($K_a$ of acetic acid is $10^{-5}$) is
A
$0.01$
B
$0.5$
C
$0.1$
D
$1.0$

Solution

(A) For a weak acid,the degree of dissociation $\alpha$ is given by the formula $\alpha = \sqrt{\frac{K_a}{C}}$.
Given:
Concentration $C = 0.1 \ mol \ L^{-1} = 10^{-1} \ M$.
Dissociation constant $K_a = 10^{-5}$.
Substituting the values into the formula:
$\alpha = \sqrt{\frac{10^{-5}}{10^{-1}}}$
$\alpha = \sqrt{10^{-4}}$
$\alpha = 10^{-2} = 0.01$.
Thus,the degree of dissociation is $0.01$.
121
MediumMCQ
$0.01 \, M$ acetic acid solution is $1 \%$ ionised,then $pH$ of this acetic acid solution is :
A
$3$
B
$2$
C
$4$
D
$1$

Solution

(C) For $CH_3COOH$ :
$[H^{+}] = C \cdot \alpha$
Given concentration $C = 0.01 \, M = 10^{-2} \, M$ and degree of ionisation $\alpha = 1 \% = 0.01 = 10^{-2}$.
$[H^{+}] = 10^{-2} \times 10^{-2} = 10^{-4} \, M$
$pH = -\log [H^{+}]$
$pH = -\log(10^{-4}) = 4$
122
MediumMCQ
If $1 \ mM$ solution of ethylamine produces $pH = 9$,then the ionization constant $(K_b)$ of ethylamine is $10^{-x}$. The value of $x$ is . . . . . . (nearest integer). [The degree of ionization of ethylamine can be neglected with respect to unity.]
A
$7$
B
$8$
C
$9$
D
$10$

Solution

(A) The dissociation reaction of ethylamine is: $C_2H_5NH_2 + H_2O \rightleftharpoons C_2H_5NH_3^+ + OH^-$
Given concentration $C = 1 \ mM = 10^{-3} \ M$.
Given $pH = 9$,so $pOH = 14 - 9 = 5$.
Thus,$[OH^-] = 10^{-pOH} = 10^{-5} \ M$.
Since $[OH^-] = [C_2H_5NH_3^+] = 10^{-5} \ M$ and $[C_2H_5NH_2] \approx C = 10^{-3} \ M$ (as degree of ionization is neglected),
$K_b = \frac{[C_2H_5NH_3^+][OH^-]}{[C_2H_5NH_2]} = \frac{10^{-5} \times 10^{-5}}{10^{-3}} = 10^{-7}$.
Comparing $10^{-7}$ with $10^{-x}$,we get $x = 7$.
123
MediumMCQ
$A$ weak acid $HA$ has a degree of dissociation $x$. Which option gives the correct expression for $pH - pK_{a}$?
A
$\log(1+2x)$
B
$\log\left(\frac{1-x}{x}\right)$
C
$0$
D
$\log\left(\frac{x}{1-x}\right)$

Solution

(D) For a weak acid $HA$,the dissociation equilibrium is: $HA \rightleftharpoons H^{+} + A^{-}$.
At $t=0$,concentration is $C$ (or $a$).
At equilibrium,concentrations are: $[HA] = C(1-x)$,$[H^{+}] = Cx$,$[A^{-}] = Cx$.
The dissociation constant $K_{a}$ is given by: $K_{a} = \frac{[H^{+}][A^{-}]}{[HA]} = \frac{(Cx)(Cx)}{C(1-x)} = \frac{Cx^{2}}{1-x}$.
Taking negative logarithm on both sides: $-\log K_{a} = -\log\left(\frac{Cx^{2}}{1-x}\right)$.
$pK_{a} = -\log(Cx) - \log\left(\frac{x}{1-x}\right)$.
Since $pH = -\log[H^{+}] = -\log(Cx)$,we have $pK_{a} = pH - \log\left(\frac{x}{1-x}\right)$.
Therefore,$pH - pK_{a} = \log\left(\frac{x}{1-x}\right)$.
124
MediumMCQ
The $pH$ of a $0.01 \ M$ weak acid $HX$ $(K_{a}=4 \times 10^{-10})$ is found to be $5$. Now the acid solution is diluted with excess of water so that the $pH$ of the solution changes to $6$. The new concentration of the diluted weak acid is given as $x \times 10^{-4} \ M$. The value of $x$ is $...........$ (nearest integer)
A
$5$
B
$10$
C
$15$
D
$25$

Solution

(D) For a weak acid $HX$,the dissociation is $HX \rightleftharpoons H^{+} + X^{-}$.
Given $C = 0.01 \ M$ and $pH = 5$,so $[H^{+}] = 10^{-5} \ M$.
Using $[H^{+}] = \sqrt{K_{a} \times C}$,we check: $\sqrt{4 \times 10^{-10} \times 10^{-2}} = \sqrt{4 \times 10^{-12}} = 2 \times 10^{-6} \ M$.
Since the given $[H^{+}] = 10^{-5} \ M$ does not match the calculated value,the problem statement is internally inconsistent.
However,assuming the dilution follows the relation $[H^{+}] = \sqrt{K_{a} \times C'}$ for the new concentration $C'$:
$10^{-6} = \sqrt{4 \times 10^{-10} \times C'}$
$10^{-12} = 4 \times 10^{-10} \times C'$
$C' = \frac{10^{-12}}{4 \times 10^{-10}} = 0.25 \times 10^{-2} = 25 \times 10^{-4} \ M$.
Thus,$x = 25$.
125
MediumMCQ
Which of the following compounds has the maximum $K_{a}$ value?
A
o-hydroxybenzoic acid (Salicylic acid)
B
$2,6-$dihydroxybenzoic acid
C
p-hydroxybenzoic acid
D
Benzoic acid

Solution

(B) The acidity of substituted benzoic acids depends on the stability of the conjugate base (carboxylate ion) formed after the loss of a proton.
In $o$-hydroxybenzoic acid (Salicylic acid),the hydroxyl group at the ortho position forms an intramolecular hydrogen bond with the carboxylate group after the loss of a proton,which significantly stabilizes the conjugate base.
In $2,6$-dihydroxybenzoic acid,there are two hydroxyl groups at ortho positions. The intramolecular hydrogen bonding is even more pronounced,and the inductive effect of the two hydroxyl groups further stabilizes the carboxylate anion.
Therefore,$2,6$-dihydroxybenzoic acid has the highest $K_{a}$ value among the given options due to the strong stabilization of its conjugate base by intramolecular hydrogen bonding and inductive effects.
126
MediumMCQ
$A$ weak base is $1.42 \%$ dissociated in its $0.05 \ M$ solution. Calculate its dissociation constant.
A
$5.5 \times 10^{-5}$
B
$4.0 \times 10^{-5}$
C
$1.8 \times 10^{-5}$
D
$1.0 \times 10^{-5}$

Solution

(D) Given: Percent dissociation $= 1.42 \%$,Concentration $C = 0.05 \ M$.
Degree of dissociation $\alpha = \frac{1.42}{100} = 0.0142$.
For a weak base,the dissociation constant $K_b$ is given by the formula $K_b = \alpha^2 C$ (assuming $\alpha << 1$).
$K_b = (0.0142)^2 \times 0.05$.
$K_b = 0.00020164 \times 0.05$.
$K_b = 1.0082 \times 10^{-5} \approx 1.0 \times 10^{-5}$.
127
MediumMCQ
An organic weak monobasic acid is $0.001$ percent dissociated in its $0.05 \ M$ solution. What is its dissociation constant?
A
$6 \times 10^{-12}$
B
$5 \times 10^{-12}$
C
$4 \times 10^{-12}$
D
$1 \times 10^{-12}$

Solution

(B) For a weak monobasic acid,the dissociation constant $K_a$ is given by the formula $K_a = C \alpha^2$,where $C$ is the concentration and $\alpha$ is the degree of dissociation.
Given,$C = 0.05 \ M$ and percentage dissociation $= 0.001 \%$.
Therefore,$\alpha = \frac{0.001}{100} = 10^{-5}$.
Substituting the values into the formula:
$K_a = 0.05 \times (10^{-5})^2$
$K_a = 0.05 \times 10^{-10}$
$K_a = 5 \times 10^{-12}$.
128
MediumMCQ
$A$ weak monobasic acid is $2 \%$ dissociated in its $0.1 \ M$ solution. What is its dissociation constant?
A
$4.0 \times 10^{-5}$
B
$1.0 \times 10^{-5}$
C
$2.0 \times 10^{-5}$
D
$2.5 \times 10^{-5}$

Solution

(A) For a weak monobasic acid,the dissociation constant $K_a$ is given by the formula $K_a = C \alpha^2$,where $C$ is the molar concentration and $\alpha$ is the degree of dissociation.
Given: $C = 0.1 \ M$ and $\alpha = 2 \% = 0.02$.
Substituting the values: $K_a = 0.1 \times (0.02)^2$.
$K_a = 0.1 \times 0.0004 = 4.0 \times 10^{-5}$.
129
MediumMCQ
$A$ weak monoacidic base is $1.2 \%$ dissociated in its $0.2 \ M$ solution. What is the value of dissociation constant?
A
$1.21 \times 10^{-5}$
B
$1.44 \times 10^{-5}$
C
$2.54 \times 10^{-5}$
D
$2.88 \times 10^{-5}$

Solution

(D) For a weak base,the dissociation constant $K_b$ is given by the formula $K_b = \alpha^2 C$,where $\alpha$ is the degree of dissociation and $C$ is the molar concentration.
Given $\alpha = 1.2 \% = 0.012$ and $C = 0.2 \ M$.
Substituting the values: $K_b = (0.012)^2 \times 0.2$.
$K_b = 0.000144 \times 0.2 = 2.88 \times 10^{-5}$.
130
MediumMCQ
The percent dissociation of a weak monobasic acid is $3 \%$ in its $0.02 \ M$ solution. What is the dissociation constant of the acid?
A
$9 \times 10^{-4}$
B
$3 \times 10^{-2}$
C
$2 \times 10^{-2}$
D
$1.8 \times 10^{-5}$

Solution

(D) For a weak monobasic acid,the dissociation constant $K_a$ is given by the formula $K_a = C \alpha^2$,where $C$ is the concentration and $\alpha$ is the degree of dissociation.
Given: $C = 0.02 \ M$ and percent dissociation = $3 \%$.
Therefore,$\alpha = 3 / 100 = 0.03$.
Substituting the values into the formula:
$K_a = 0.02 \times (0.03)^2$
$K_a = 0.02 \times 0.0009$
$K_a = 1.8 \times 10^{-5}$
131
EasyMCQ
$A$ weak monobasic acid dissociates to $0.001 \%$ in its $0.01 \ M$ solution. What is its dissociation constant?
A
$1 \times 10^{-6}$
B
$1 \times 10^{-8}$
C
$1 \times 10^{-3}$
D
$1 \times 10^{-12}$

Solution

(D) For a weak acid,the dissociation constant $K_a$ is given by the formula $K_a = C \alpha^2$,where $C$ is the concentration and $\alpha$ is the degree of dissociation.
Given,$C = 0.01 \ M = 10^{-2} \ M$.
The degree of dissociation $\alpha = \frac{0.001}{100} = 10^{-5}$.
Substituting the values into the formula:
$K_a = (10^{-2}) \times (10^{-5})^2$
$K_a = 10^{-2} \times 10^{-10}$
$K_a = 10^{-12}$.
132
EasyMCQ
What is the molar concentration of a weak monobasic acid if its dissociation constant is $5 \times 10^{-8}$ and it undergoes $0.5 \%$ dissociation (in $M$)?
A
$0.03$
B
$0.002$
C
$0.001$
D
$0.005$

Solution

(B) For a weak monobasic acid $HA$,the dissociation equilibrium is $HA \rightleftharpoons H^+ + A^-$.
Let $C$ be the initial molar concentration and $x$ be the degree of dissociation.
$K_a = \frac{[H^+][A^-]}{[HA]} = \frac{(Cx)(Cx)}{C(1-x)} = \frac{Cx^2}{1-x}$.
Since the acid is weak,$x \ll 1$,so $1-x \approx 1$,and $K_a \approx Cx^2$.
Given $K_a = 5 \times 10^{-8}$ and $x = 0.5 \% = 0.005 = 5 \times 10^{-3}$.
$C = \frac{K_a}{x^2} = \frac{5 \times 10^{-8}}{(5 \times 10^{-3})^2}$.
$C = \frac{5 \times 10^{-8}}{25 \times 10^{-6}} = \frac{5}{25} \times 10^{-2} = 0.2 \times 10^{-2} = 0.002 \ M$.
133
EasyMCQ
The $pH$ of a $0.1 \ M$ solution of a monobasic acid is $2.34$. Calculate the degree of dissociation of the acid.
A
$3.1 \times 10^{-2}$
B
$4.57 \times 10^{-2}$
C
$2.18 \times 10^{-2}$
D
$2.5 \times 10^{-3}$

Solution

(B) Given: $pH = 2.34$,$c = 0.1 \ M$.
Step $1$: Calculate the concentration of hydrogen ions $[H^+]$.
$[H^+] = 10^{-pH} = 10^{-2.34} = 4.571 \times 10^{-3} \ M$.
Step $2$: Use the relation for a monobasic acid,$[H^+] = c \alpha$.
$\alpha = \frac{[H^+]}{c} = \frac{4.571 \times 10^{-3}}{0.1} = 4.571 \times 10^{-2}$.
Thus,the degree of dissociation is $4.57 \times 10^{-2}$.
134
EasyMCQ
The dissociation constant of propionic acid is $1.32 \times 10^{-5}$. Calculate the degree of dissociation of the acid in a $0.05 \ M$ solution.
A
$2.6 \times 10^{-4}$
B
$1.61 \times 10^{-2}$
C
$1.90 \times 10^{-2}$
D
$3.5 \times 10^{-5}$

Solution

(B) For a weak acid,the dissociation constant $K_a$ is related to the degree of dissociation $\alpha$ and concentration $C$ by the formula: $K_a = C\alpha^2$ (assuming $\alpha \ll 1$).
Given $K_a = 1.32 \times 10^{-5}$ and $C = 0.05 \ M$.
$\alpha = \sqrt{\frac{K_a}{C}}$
$\alpha = \sqrt{\frac{1.32 \times 10^{-5}}{0.05}}$
$\alpha = \sqrt{\frac{1.32 \times 10^{-5}}{5 \times 10^{-2}}} = \sqrt{0.264 \times 10^{-3}} = \sqrt{2.64 \times 10^{-4}}$
$\alpha = 1.624 \times 10^{-2} \approx 1.61 \times 10^{-2}$.
135
EasyMCQ
The dissociation constant of a weak monobasic acid is $2.7 \times 10^{-5}$. If the degree of dissociation of the acid is $3 \times 10^{-2}$,what is the concentration of the acid (in $M$)?
A
$0.24$
B
$0.03$
C
$0.3$
D
$0.11$

Solution

(B) For a weak monobasic acid $HA$,the dissociation equilibrium is:
$HA_{(aq)} \rightleftharpoons H^+_{(aq)} + A^-_{(aq)}$
At equilibrium,the concentration of $H^+$ and $A^-$ is $C\alpha$ and the concentration of $HA$ is $C(1-\alpha)$,where $C$ is the initial concentration and $\alpha$ is the degree of dissociation.
The dissociation constant $K_a$ is given by:
$K_a = \frac{[H^+][A^-]}{[HA]} = \frac{C\alpha^2}{1-\alpha}$
Since the acid is weak,$\alpha \ll 1$,so $1-\alpha \approx 1$.
Thus,$K_a = C\alpha^2$.
Rearranging to solve for $C$:
$C = \frac{K_a}{\alpha^2} = \frac{2.7 \times 10^{-5}}{(3 \times 10^{-2})^2} = \frac{2.7 \times 10^{-5}}{9 \times 10^{-4}} = 0.3 \times 10^{-1} = 0.03 \ M$.
136
MediumMCQ
The $pH$ of a monoacidic weak base is $10.9$. Calculate the percent dissociation in a $0.02 \ M$ solution. (in $\%$)
A
$7.92$
B
$3.95$
C
$6.25$
D
$2.51$

Solution

(B) For a monoacidic weak base $BOH$:
$BOH_{(aq)} \rightleftharpoons B_{(aq)}^{+} + OH_{(aq)}^{-}$
Given $pH = 10.9$,we calculate $pOH$:
$pOH = 14 - pH = 14 - 10.9 = 3.1$
The concentration of hydroxide ions is:
$[OH^{-}] = 10^{-pOH} = 10^{-3.1} = 10^{-4} \times 10^{0.9} \approx 7.94 \times 10^{-4} \ M$
For a weak base,$[OH^{-}] = C \times \alpha$,where $C = 0.02 \ M$:
$\alpha = \frac{[OH^{-}]}{C} = \frac{7.94 \times 10^{-4}}{0.02} = 3.97 \times 10^{-2}$
The percent dissociation is $\alpha \times 100$:
$\% \alpha = 3.97 \times 10^{-2} \times 100 = 3.97 \% \approx 3.95 \%$
Thus,the correct option is $B$.
137
MediumMCQ
What is the percent dissociation of acetic acid in its $0.01 \ M$ solution if the dissociation constant of the acid is $1.34 \times 10^{-6}$ (in $\%$)?
A
$13.4$
B
$4.02$
C
$2.68$
D
$1.15$

Solution

(D) For the dissociation of acetic acid: $CH_3COOH_{(aq)} \rightleftharpoons CH_3COO^-_{(aq)} + H^+_{(aq)}$
Given concentration $C = 0.01 \ M$ and dissociation constant $K_a = 1.34 \times 10^{-6}$.
The expression for dissociation constant is $K_a = \frac{C \alpha^2}{1-\alpha}$.
Since $K_a$ is very small,$1-\alpha \approx 1$,so $K_a \approx C \alpha^2$.
Thus,$\alpha = \sqrt{\frac{K_a}{C}} = \sqrt{\frac{1.34 \times 10^{-6}}{0.01}} = \sqrt{1.34 \times 10^{-4}} = 1.157 \times 10^{-2}$.
Percent dissociation $\% \alpha = \alpha \times 100 = 1.157 \times 10^{-2} \times 100 = 1.157 \% \approx 1.15 \%$.
138
MediumMCQ
$A$ weak monobasic acid is $3.0 \%$ dissociated in its $0.04 \ M$ solution. What is the dissociation constant of the acid?
A
$9 \times 10^{-4}$
B
$3.6 \times 10^{-5}$
C
$3 \times 10^{-2}$
D
$4 \times 10^{-2}$

Solution

(B) For a weak monobasic acid $HA$,the dissociation equilibrium is: $HA_{(aq)} \rightleftharpoons H^+_{(aq)} + A^-_{(aq)}$
Given concentration $C = 0.04 \ M$ and degree of dissociation $\alpha = 3.0 \% = 0.03$.
The dissociation constant $K_a$ is given by the formula: $K_a = \frac{C \alpha^2}{1 - \alpha}$.
Since the acid is weak,$\alpha \ll 1$,so $1 - \alpha \approx 1$.
Thus,$K_a \approx C \alpha^2$.
Substituting the values: $K_a = 0.04 \times (0.03)^2$.
$K_a = 0.04 \times 0.0009 = 3.6 \times 10^{-5}$.
139
MediumMCQ
At $298 \ K$,$0.1 \ M$ solution of acetic acid is $1.34 \ \%$ ionized. What is the dissociation constant of acetic acid?
A
$1.4 \times 10^{-3}$
B
$1.8 \times 10^{-5}$
C
$1.6 \times 10^{-3}$
D
$1.34 \times 10^{-5}$

Solution

(B) The dissociation of acetic acid is given by: $CH_3COOH_{(aq)} \rightleftharpoons CH_3COO^-_{(aq)} + H^+_{(aq)}$
Given concentration $C = 0.1 \ M$ and degree of ionization $\alpha = 1.34 \ \% = 0.0134$.
The dissociation constant $K_a$ is given by the formula: $K_a = \frac{C\alpha^2}{1-\alpha}$.
Since $\alpha$ is very small,we can approximate $1-\alpha \approx 1$.
Thus,$K_a \approx C\alpha^2$.
Substituting the values: $K_a = 0.1 \times (0.0134)^2$.
$K_a = 0.1 \times 0.00017956 = 1.7956 \times 10^{-5} \approx 1.8 \times 10^{-5}$.
140
MediumMCQ
An organic monobasic acid has a dissociation constant of $2.25 \times 10^{-6}$. What is the percent dissociation in its $0.01 \ M$ solution (in $\%$)?
A
$1.5$
B
$15$
C
$5$
D
$0.5$

Solution

(A) Given: $K_{a} = 2.25 \times 10^{-6}$ and concentration $c = 0.01 \ M$.
For a weak monobasic acid,the degree of dissociation $\alpha$ is given by $\alpha = \sqrt{\frac{K_{a}}{c}}$.
Substituting the values: $\alpha = \sqrt{\frac{2.25 \times 10^{-6}}{0.01}} = \sqrt{2.25 \times 10^{-4}} = 0.015$.
Percent dissociation = $\alpha \times 100 = 0.015 \times 100 = 1.5 \%$.
141
MediumMCQ
Calculate $[H_3O^{+}]$ of a monobasic acid if it is $0.04 \%$ dissociated in $0.05 \ M$ solution.
A
$1 \times 10^{-5}$
B
$1.5 \times 10^{-5}$
C
$2.0 \times 10^{-5}$
D
$3.0 \times 10^{-5}$

Solution

(C) The degree of dissociation $\alpha$ is given by $\alpha = \frac{\text{Percentage dissociation}}{100} = \frac{0.04}{100} = 4 \times 10^{-4}$.
For a monobasic acid,the concentration of hydronium ions is given by $[H_3O^{+}] = c \times \alpha$.
Substituting the values: $[H_3O^{+}] = 0.05 \ M \times 4 \times 10^{-4} = 2.0 \times 10^{-5} \ M$.
142
MediumMCQ
Calculate $[H_3O^{+}]$ in $0.02 \ M$ solution of monobasic acid if dissociation constant is $1.8 \times 10^{-5}$.
A
$3.0 \times 10^{-4} \ M$
B
$6.0 \times 10^{-4} \ M$
C
$2.0 \times 10^{-4} \ M$
D
$4.0 \times 10^{-4} \ M$

Solution

(B) For a weak monobasic acid,the dissociation constant $K_a$ is given by $K_a = c \alpha^2$.
Thus,the degree of dissociation $\alpha = \sqrt{\frac{K_a}{c}}$.
Substituting the given values: $\alpha = \sqrt{\frac{1.8 \times 10^{-5}}{0.02}} = \sqrt{9 \times 10^{-4}} = 3 \times 10^{-2}$.
The concentration of hydronium ions is given by $[H_3O^{+}] = c \alpha$.
$[H_3O^{+}] = 0.02 \times 3 \times 10^{-2} = 6.0 \times 10^{-4} \ M$.
143
EasyMCQ
Calculate $\alpha$ for $0.1 \ M$ acetic acid $(K_{a} = 1.0 \times 10^{-5})$.
A
$10^{-2}$
B
$10^{-3}$
C
$10^{-4}$
D
$10^{-5}$

Solution

(A) For a weak acid $HA$,the degree of dissociation $\alpha$ is very small,so $(1 - \alpha) \cong 1$.
The formula for the degree of dissociation is $\alpha = \sqrt{\frac{K_{a}}{c}}$.
Given $K_{a} = 1.0 \times 10^{-5}$ and $c = 0.1 \ M$.
Substituting the values: $\alpha = \sqrt{\frac{1.0 \times 10^{-5}}{0.1}} = \sqrt{1.0 \times 10^{-4}} = 10^{-2}$.
144
MediumMCQ
Calculate the concentration of a weak monobasic acid if its degree of dissociation and dissociation constant are $5.0 \times 10^{-4}$ and $5.0 \times 10^{-9}$ respectively (in $M$)?
A
$0.1$
B
$0.02$
C
$0.03$
D
$0.04$

Solution

(B) For a weak monobasic acid,the relationship between dissociation constant $(K_{a})$,degree of dissociation $(\alpha)$,and concentration $(c)$ is given by:
$K_{a} = \alpha^2 c$
Substituting the given values:
$c = \frac{K_{a}}{\alpha^2} = \frac{5.0 \times 10^{-9}}{(5.0 \times 10^{-4})^2}$
$c = \frac{5.0 \times 10^{-9}}{25 \times 10^{-8}} = 0.2 \times 10^{-1} = 0.02 \ M$
145
DifficultMCQ
Calculate the dissociation constant of a weak monobasic acid if it is $0.05 \%$ dissociated in a $0.02 \ M$ solution.
A
$2.0 \times 10^{-9}$
B
$3.0 \times 10^{-9}$
C
$4.0 \times 10^{-9}$
D
$5.0 \times 10^{-9}$

Solution

(D) For a weak monobasic acid $HA$,the dissociation is given by: $HA \rightleftharpoons H^+_{(aq)} + A^-_{(aq)}$
Given degree of dissociation $\alpha = 0.05 \% = 0.05 \times 10^{-2} = 5 \times 10^{-4}$.
Concentration $C = 0.02 \ M = 2 \times 10^{-2} \ M$.
For a weak acid,the dissociation constant $K_a$ is given by the formula $K_a = \alpha^2 C$ (since $\alpha \ll 1$).
Substituting the values: $K_a = (5 \times 10^{-4})^2 \times (2 \times 10^{-2})$.
$K_a = (25 \times 10^{-8}) \times (2 \times 10^{-2}) = 50 \times 10^{-10} = 5.0 \times 10^{-9}$.
146
EasyMCQ
$A$ monobasic acid is $5 \%$ dissociated in its $0.02 \ M$ solution. Calculate the dissociation constant of the acid.
A
$2 \times 10^{-2}$
B
$4 \times 10^{-4}$
C
$5 \times 10^{-5}$
D
$2.5 \times 10^{-4}$

Solution

(C) The degree of dissociation $\alpha$ is given by $\alpha = \frac{\text{Percent dissociation}}{100} = \frac{5}{100} = 0.05 = 5 \times 10^{-2}$.
Given concentration $c = 0.02 \ M = 2 \times 10^{-2} \ M$.
For a weak monobasic acid,the dissociation constant $K_a$ is given by the formula $K_a = \alpha^2 c$ (since $\alpha$ is very small,$1 - \alpha \approx 1$).
Substituting the values: $K_a = (5 \times 10^{-2})^2 \times (2 \times 10^{-2})$.
$K_a = (25 \times 10^{-4}) \times (2 \times 10^{-2}) = 50 \times 10^{-6} = 5 \times 10^{-5}$.
147
EasyMCQ
Calculate the $pH$ of $0.02 \ M$ monobasic acid having $2 \%$ dissociation.
A
$3.4$
B
$4.5$
C
$5.1$
D
$5.8$

Solution

(A) For a monobasic acid $HA$,the dissociation is given by: $HA \rightleftharpoons H_{(aq)}^{+} + A_{(aq)}^{-}$
Concentration of $H^{+}$ ions is calculated as $[H^{+}] = \alpha \times C$,where $\alpha$ is the degree of dissociation and $C$ is the molar concentration.
Given $\alpha = 2 \% = 0.02$ and $C = 0.02 \ M$.
$[H^{+}] = 0.02 \times 0.02 = 0.0004 \ M = 4 \times 10^{-4} \ M$.
$pH = -\log[H^{+}] = -\log(4 \times 10^{-4}) = 4 - \log(4) = 4 - 0.602 = 3.398 \approx 3.4$.
148
MediumMCQ
$A$ monobasic weak acid dissociates to $1.2 \%$ in its $0.01 \ M$ solution at $298 \ K$. Calculate the dissociation constant of it.
A
$1.04 \times 10^{-8}$
B
$1.44 \times 10^{-6}$
C
$1.30 \times 10^{-6}$
D
$1.18 \times 10^{-5}$

Solution

(B) For a weak acid,the dissociation constant $K_a$ is given by the formula $K_a = C \alpha^2$,where $C$ is the concentration and $\alpha$ is the degree of dissociation.
Given: $C = 0.01 \ M$,$\alpha = 1.2 \% = 0.012$.
Substituting the values: $K_a = 0.01 \times (0.012)^2$.
$K_a = 0.01 \times 0.000144$.
$K_a = 1.44 \times 10^{-6}$.
149
MediumMCQ
Calculate the value of the dissociation constant $(K_a)$ of a weak acid,which dissociates to $0.01 \%$ in its $0.1 \ M$ solution.
A
$10^{-3}$
B
$10^{-4}$
C
$10^{-5}$
D
$10^{-9}$

Solution

(D) For a weak acid,the dissociation constant $K_a$ is given by the formula $K_a = C \alpha^2$,where $C$ is the concentration and $\alpha$ is the degree of dissociation.
Given: Concentration $C = 0.1 \ M = 10^{-1} \ M$.
Degree of dissociation $\alpha = 0.01 \% = \frac{0.01}{100} = 10^{-4}$.
Substituting the values into the formula:
$K_a = (10^{-1}) \times (10^{-4})^2$
$K_a = 10^{-1} \times 10^{-8}$
$K_a = 10^{-9}$.
150
MediumMCQ
$A$ monobasic weak acid dissociates $2 \%$ in its $0.002 \ M$ solution. Calculate the dissociation constant of the weak acid.
A
$2 \times 10^{-9}$
B
$8 \times 10^{-7}$
C
$6 \times 10^{-7}$
D
$4 \times 10^{-6}$

Solution

(B) For a weak acid,the dissociation constant $K_a$ is given by the formula $K_a = C \alpha^2$,where $C$ is the concentration and $\alpha$ is the degree of dissociation.
Given: $C = 0.002 \ M = 2 \times 10^{-3} \ M$.
Degree of dissociation $\alpha = 2 \% = 0.02 = 2 \times 10^{-2}$.
Substituting the values into the formula:
$K_a = (2 \times 10^{-3}) \times (2 \times 10^{-2})^2$
$K_a = (2 \times 10^{-3}) \times (4 \times 10^{-4})$
$K_a = 8 \times 10^{-7}$.

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