Ana Chem LAB Flashcards
What is potentiometric titration?
A method involving graphing the volume of titrant added against the voltage change (or pH) in the solution being titrated.
What indicates the equivalence point in potentiometric titration?
A sharp pH change.
What types of reactions can potentiometric titration be used for?
- Acid-base reactions
- Redox reactions
- Precipitation reactions
- Complex formation reactions
- Non-aqueous systems
How does potentiometric titration compare to visual indicator titrations?
It achieves comparable speed and often enhanced accuracy.
What is the role of the reference electrode in potentiometric titration?
It maintains a constant potential.
What is the function of the indicator electrode?
Its potential depends on the reactants or products in the reaction.
What are common electrodes used in potentiometric titration?
- Calomel (reference)
- Glass (indicator)
What should be included in titration curves?
The entire data set, emphasizing the point of maximum slope.
How can accuracy be improved when identifying the equivalence point?
By creating a detailed graph extending 1-2 mL before and after the actual equivalence point.
What are key sources of error in potentiometric titration?
- Failing to draw a smooth curve
- Inaccuracies in pinpointing the inflection point
What is the significance of the half-equivalence point?
It indicates equal concentrations of the acid (HA) and its conjugate base (A-).
How can pKa be estimated?
As the pH of the solution at the half-equivalence point.
What is a common discrepancy when comparing experimental pKa values?
Differences between molar concentrations and activities in equilibrium expressions.
What does the first derivative of the titration curve identify?
The equivalence point as the maximum on the plot.
How does the second derivative aid in equivalence point determination?
It refines the identification by plotting the rate of change of the first derivative.
What caution should be taken when using derivative methods?
They may accentuate noise in the data.
What information aids in identifying unknown acids?
- Collected equivalence volumes
- pKa values
What complication arises when identifying unknown acids?
The unknown acid may be monoprotic or diprotic, complicating identification if pKa values are close together.
What does the calculated molecular weight reflect for diprotic acids?
It will be half of the actual molecular weight.
What initial measurements must be recorded in the experimental procedure?
Initial pH measurements of the solution.
How should NaOH be administered near the equivalence point?
In smaller increments of 0.20 mL.
What must be done after observing the curve flatten post-equivalence?
Larger increments of NaOH may again be introduced.
What must be adhered to during waste disposal?
Safety protocols.
What should be done with all relevant data?
Collect it meticulously in a notebook for submission.
What software can be used to plot titration curves?
Excel.
What types of plots must be created for thorough analysis?
- Derivative plots (first)
- Derivative plots (second)
How is the unknown acid identified?
By comparing experimental values with literature values.
What reaction is utilized for sensitive iron determination?
The reaction between iron(II) and 1,10-phenanthroline to create a red complex
What is the molar absorptivity of the Fe-phenanthroline complex?
11,000 at a wavelength of 508 nm
What pH levels do not affect the color intensity of the Fe-phenanthroline complex?
pH levels between 2 and 9
What oxidation state must iron be in for the determination method?
+2 oxidation state
What reducing agent is commonly used in the iron determination method?
Hydroxylamine hydrochloride
What law applies to the iron determination method?
Beer’s Law
What is the main objective of the experiment in activity 2?
To quantitatively determine the mass of iron in dietary supplement tablets
How should red solutions containing the Fe-1,10-phenanthroline complex be disposed of?
In designated containers
What is the preparation method for a 0.1% 1,10-phenanthroline solution?
Dissolve 0.1g in 100mL distilled water
What is the concentration of hydrochloric acid prepared in the experiment?
6M
How is the ferrous ammonium sulfate solution prepared?
Weigh 0.0700g, dissolve in water, and dilute with 2.5mL of 3M sulfuric acid to prepare a solution containing 100mg Fe/mL