Calculate the pH of a buffer solution which contains the weak monoprotic acid, propanoic acid (CH³CH₂COOH), in concentration 0.1 mol/L and sodium propanoate in concentration 0.05 mol/L. Ką of propanoic acid is 1.26 x 10¹5 mol/L. Give equations to show how the above solution fulfills its buffer function.

Calculate the pH of a buffer solution which contains the weak monoprotic acid, propanoic acid (CH³CH₂COOH), in concentration 0.1 mol/L and sodium propanoate in concentration 0.05 mol/L. Ką of propanoic acid is 1.26 x 10¹5 mol/L. Give equations to show how the above solution fulfills its buffer function.

Principles of Modern Chemistry

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Chapter15: Acid–base Equilibria

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Problem 49P

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