Analytical: Titrimetric Analysis Flashcards
1
Q
X + sample solution —> reaction
(Unknown conc. complete
Known volume)
X =?
A
Solution of known conc. and known volume
2
Q
What happens in an acid base reaction titration?
A
A change in pH occurs as the reaction proceeds
3
Q
What happens in a precipitation reaction
A
A solid is formed
4
Q
What happens in a complexation reaction
A
A complex is formed
5
Q
What happens in a redox reaction
A
Electrons are transferred between titrand and titrant
6
Q
A primary standard should be:
A
- Readily available
- of a known composition
- a substance that can be weighed
- give a stable solution
- react with the titrant via a suitable reaction
- a high molecular weight
7
Q
A complex is
A
A chemical compound containing a metal atom surrounded by ligands arranged in a defined geometric formation. Complexes may be charged or neutral
8
Q
Ligand
A
A molecule bound to a metal centre in a complex
