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Calculating PH of A Weak Base

The document outlines the process of calculating the pH of a weak base, specifically ammonia (NH3), using the Bronsted-Lowry equation and equilibrium expressions. It details the steps involved, including determining the base dissociation constant (Kb) and applying the '100 Rule' for simplification. Additionally, it provides examples and questions related to pH and pOH calculations for various acids and bases.

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Calculating PH of A Weak Base

The document outlines the process of calculating the pH of a weak base, specifically ammonia (NH3), using the Bronsted-Lowry equation and equilibrium expressions. It details the steps involved, including determining the base dissociation constant (Kb) and applying the '100 Rule' for simplification. Additionally, it provides examples and questions related to pH and pOH calculations for various acids and bases.

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CALCULATING PH OF A WEAK BASE

CH40S UNIT 4 WIEBE


CALCULATIONS INVOLVING WEAK BASES

B + H2O  BH+ + OH-

NH3 + H2O  NH4+ + OH- Kb = 1.79 x 10-5

 
[ BH ][OH ]
Kb 
[ B]
pH of a Weak Base
What is the pH of a 0.50 M solution of ammonia ( NH3 )?
Step #1: Write the Bronsted-Lowery equation
Step #2: ICE it!

NH3 + H2O ⇄ NH4+ + OH-


I 0.50 0 0
C -X +X +X

E 0.50-X X X
pH of a Weak Base
What is the pH of a 0.50 M solution of ammonia ( NH3 )?
Step #3: Determine Kb of weak base.

NH3 + H2O ⇄ NH4+ + OH-


I 0.50 0 0
C -X +X +X

E 0.50-X X X
Be Careful with Weak Bases…!
pH of a Weak Base
What is the pH of a 0.50 M solution of ammonia ( NH3 )?
Step #3: Determine Kb of weak base.
Kb(NH3) = Kw_____ = 1 x 10-14 = 1.8 x 10-5
Ka(NH4+) 5.6 x 10-10
Step #4: Set up the equilibrium expression, apply “100 Rule” if able.
5 ( x)( x)
NH3 + H2O ⇄ NH4 + + OH- 1.8 x 10 
(0.50  x)
I 0.50 0 0
C 5 ( x)( x)
1.8 x 10 
-X +X +X

E 0.50-X X X (0.50)
pH of a Weak Base
What is the pH of a 0.50 M solution of ammonia ( NH3 )?
Step #5: Solve for x and calculate pOH, pH, etc..
NH3 + H2O ⇄ NH4+ + OH-
I 0.50 0 0
C -X +X +X

E 0.50-X X X

5( x)( x)
1.8 x 10  x = 3 x 10-3M OH- pOH = 2.52
(0.50) pH = 11.48
Working Backwards

Calculate the Kb of 0.20 M weak base that has a pH of 11.30.


What is the identity of this substance?
Be Careful with Weak Bases…!
Putting It All Together…Can You Determine the…

1. pH and pOH of a Strong Acid?


2. pH and pOH of a Strong Base?
3. pH and pOH of a Weak Acid from Ka and ICE
Table?
4. pH and pOH of a Weak Base from Ka and ICE
Table?
5. Ka of a Weak Acid from pH/pOH and [Initial]?
6. Kb of a Weak Base from pH/pOH and [Initial]?

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