7.2.2 - Weak Acids
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Define a weak acid.
💡 Hint: Think about how strong acids behave compared to weak acids.
What is Ka?
💡 Hint: It starts with 'K' and relates to acid strength.
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What characterizes a weak acid?
💡 Hint: Consider how much of the acid is ionized.
True or False: A smaller Ka value indicates a stronger acid.
💡 Hint: Think about how strong acids behave.
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You are given a weak acid with a Ka of 4.7 x 10^-4. Calculate the pH of a 0.1 M solution of this acid.
💡 Hint: Set up the equilibrium expression carefully.
If the pKa of a weak acid is 5, what would be the Ka?
💡 Hint: Think logarithmically about the inverse relationship.
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