Calculating PKa Flashcards
1
Q
What is pKa
A
Another way of measuring the strength of an acid similar to pH.
2
Q
pKa expression
A
pKa = -log10Ka
3
Q
Ka expression (different to first)
A
Ka =10-pKa
4
Q
Calculate ph of a weak acid
A
Calculate Ka
Ka =10-pKa
Calculate [H+] from Ka
Calculate pH