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A weak acid HX has Ka = 2.5 × 10⁻⁶ . What is the pH of a solution made by mixing 0.1 M HX and 0.05 M NaX ?

Using Henderson-Hasselbalch: pH = pKa + log ([X-]/[HX]) , pKa = -log(2.5 × 10⁻⁶) ≈ 5.6 , ([X-]/[HX]) = (0.05/0.1) = 0.5 , pH = 5.6 + log 0.5 = 5.6 - 0.301 = 5.3 .

Ref: NCERT Class 11 Chemistry > Chapter 6: Equilibrium > Topic: Acid-Base Theories - Arrhenius Bronsted-Lowry Lewis and Salts Hydrolysis

What is the pH of a neutral aqueous solution at 25°C?

7 accurately defines or describes the concept asked in this question. Within Water and Mole Concept, precise definitions and terminology are essential for clear scientific communication. The other options (0, 14, and 10) either describe related but distinct concepts, use incorrect terminology, or confuse similar-sounding terms that have different scientific meanings. A thorough understanding of exact definitions helps distinguish between closely related biological concepts and is crucial for competitive examinations.

Ref: Lehninger Principles of Biochemistry, Nelson & Cox, 8th Ed., Ch. 2

The buffering capacity is maximum when:

pH = pKa is the scientifically accurate answer to this question. Within the study of pH and Buffer, this concept is well-established through extensive research and is documented in standard scientific literature. The specific properties, mechanisms, or characteristics of pH = pKa directly address what is being asked. Among the other options, pH = 7, pH > pKa, and pH < pKa do not correctly answer this question because they either refer to different concepts, describe properties of other molecules or processes, or represent common misconceptions about this topic.

Ref: Lehninger Principles of Biochemistry, Nelson & Cox, 8th Ed., Ch. 2

The pH of a 1M NaOH solution is approximately:

14 is the scientifically accurate answer to this question. Within the study of pH and Buffer, this concept is well-established through extensive research and is documented in standard scientific literature. The specific properties, mechanisms, or characteristics of 14 directly address what is being asked. Among the other options, 10, 12, and 13 do not correctly answer this question because they either refer to different concepts, describe properties of other molecules or processes, or represent common misconceptions about this topic.

Ref: Lehninger Principles of Biochemistry, Nelson & Cox, 8th Ed., Ch. 2

What is the approximate pH of orange juice if it contains 0.1M citric acid (Ka = 7.4 × 10⁻⁴)?

2.07 accurately defines or describes the concept asked in this question. Within pH and Buffer, precise definitions and terminology are essential for clear scientific communication. The other options (4, 7, and 10) either describe related but distinct concepts, use incorrect terminology, or confuse similar-sounding terms that have different scientific meanings. A thorough understanding of exact definitions helps distinguish between closely related biological concepts and is crucial for competitive examinations.

Ref: Lehninger Principles of Biochemistry, Nelson & Cox, 8th Ed., Ch. 2

Which of the following represents the pH of a mixture of two solutions?

pH = pKa + log ([Base]/[Acid]) accurately defines or describes the concept asked in this question. Within pH and Buffer, precise definitions and terminology are essential for clear scientific communication. The other options (M₁V₁ + M₂V₂ = M₃(V₁+V₂), pH = -log [H⁺], and pH = log [OH⁻]) either describe related but distinct concepts, use incorrect terminology, or confuse similar-sounding terms that have different scientific meanings. A thorough understanding of exact definitions helps distinguish between closely related biological concepts and is crucial for competitive examinations.

Ref: Lehninger Principles of Biochemistry, Nelson & Cox, 8th Ed., Ch. 2

Which of the following equations is used to relate pH and pKa?

pH = pKa + log ([A⁻]/[HA]) is the scientifically accurate answer to this question. Within the study of pH and Buffer, this concept is well-established through extensive research and is documented in standard scientific literature. The specific properties, mechanisms, or characteristics of pH = pKa + log ([A⁻]/[HA]) directly address what is being asked. Among the other options, pH = log [H⁺], pH = -log [OH⁻], and pH = Kw / [H⁺] do not correctly answer this question because they either refer to different concepts, describe properties of other molecules or processes, or represent common misconceptions about this topic.

Ref: Lehninger Principles of Biochemistry, Nelson & Cox, 8th Ed., Ch. 2