Math Problem Statement

Using Henderson-Hasselbach Equation, show the change in pH of the buffer solution in part B when added with 0.1 M HCl and the change in pH when added with 0.1 M NaOH. Compare calculated results with experimental results.

Solution

The Henderson-Hasselbalch equation is given by:

[ \text{pH} = \text{pKa} + \log \left( \frac{[\text{A}^-]}{[\text{HA}]} \right) ]

Where:

  • pH\text{pH} is the pH of the buffer solution.
  • pKa\text{pKa} is the dissociation constant of the weak acid.
  • [A][\text{A}^-] is the concentration of the conjugate base.
  • [HA][\text{HA}] is the concentration of the weak acid.

To calculate the change in pH after adding 0.1 M HCl or 0.1 M NaOH to the buffer solution, follow these steps:

1. **Determine the initial pH of the buffer

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Buffer Solutions
Acid-Base Chemistry
Logarithms

Formulas

Henderson-Hasselbalch equation: pH = pKa + log([A^-]/[HA])

Theorems

Henderson-Hasselbalch Equation

Suitable Grade Level

Undergraduate Chemistry