Weak Base Reaction Calculations
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If a solution is made by mixing 20.0 ml 0.4 M NaCH3COO with 30 ml 0.4 M CH3COOH, calculate the pH. For acetic acid, ka = 1.76 x 10^-5.
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This solution contains step-by-step calculations to determine the pH of the solution by acknowledging the properties of a buffer solution. All formulas used are included wit clear explanations.
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This is a question that has a mixture of a weak acid (CH3COOH) and it's conjugate base as a sodium salt (NaCH3COO). This mixture results in a buffer....you have to be comfortable with this conclusion.
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