6. A solution is prepared by mixing 25.0 mL of 0.300 M KOH with 100 mL of 0.150 M benzoic acid, C6H5COOH (Ka = 6.3 x 105). HC HC CH OH Benzoic Acid (K 6.3x10.5, A. Calculate the pH of this solution at 25°C. B. Is this solution a buffer? Why or why not?

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A solution is prepared by mixing 25.0 mL of 0.300 M KOH with 100 mL of 0.150 M
benzoic acid, C6H5COOH (Ka = 6.3 x 105).
HC
HC
ΤΟ
CH
OH
Benzoic Acid (K₁ - 6.3x10.5
A. Calculate the pH of this solution at 25°C.
B. Is this solution a buffer? Why or why not?
Transcribed Image Text:6. A solution is prepared by mixing 25.0 mL of 0.300 M KOH with 100 mL of 0.150 M benzoic acid, C6H5COOH (Ka = 6.3 x 105). HC HC ΤΟ CH OH Benzoic Acid (K₁ - 6.3x10.5 A. Calculate the pH of this solution at 25°C. B. Is this solution a buffer? Why or why not?
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