Calculating PKa Flashcards

1
Q

What is pKa

A

Another way of measuring the strength of an acid similar to pH.

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2
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pKa expression

A

pKa = -log10Ka

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3
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Ka expression (different to first)

A

Ka =10-pKa

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4
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Calculate ph of a weak acid

A

Calculate Ka
Ka =10-pKa

Calculate [H+] from Ka

Calculate pH

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