Problem: The pH of a 0.15-M solution of HSO 4 − is 1.43. Determine Ka for HSO4 − from these data.

FREE Expert Solution
97% (346 ratings)
View Complete Written Solution
Problem Details

The pH of a 0.15-M solution of HSO 4 − is 1.43. Determine Ka for HSO4 − from these data.

All Chemistry Practice Problems Weak Acids Practice Problems
Q.Determine the percent ionization of a 0.250M solution of benzoic acid.
Q.Propionic acid, C2H5CO2H (Ka = 1.34 × 10−5), is used in the manufacture of calcium propionate, a food preservative. What is the hydronium ion concentr...
Q.Calculate the equilibrium concentration of the nonionized acids and all ions in a solution that is 0.25 M in HCO2H and 0.10 M in HClO.
Q.Determine Ka for hydrogen sulfate ion, HSO4−. In a 0.10-M solution the acid is 29% ionized.
Q.Calculate the normality of each of the following solutions.c. 5.3 x 10-2 M H3PO4What is the equivalent mass for each of the acids or bases listed abov...
See all problems in Weak Acids

Frequently Asked Questions

What scientific concept do you need to know in order to solve this problem?

Our tutors have indicated that to solve this problem you will need to apply the Weak Acids concept. If you need more Weak Acids practice, you can also practice Weak Acids practice problems.

What professor is this problem relevant for?

Based on our data, we think this problem is relevant for Professor Longaker's class at UCD.

What textbook is this problem found in?

Our data indicates that this problem or a close variation was asked in Chemistry - OpenStax 2015th Edition. You can also practice Chemistry - OpenStax 2015th Edition practice problems.