[Chem] Buffer solution with acetic acid

In summary, a buffer solution is a solution that resists changes in pH and is made up of a weak acid and its conjugate base or a weak base and its conjugate acid. Acetic acid is commonly used in buffer solutions due to its ability to partially dissociate in water and its pKa value close to the desired pH. To prepare a buffer solution using acetic acid, a specific ratio of the acid and its conjugate base must be mixed together. The pH range of a buffer solution with acetic acid is typically within 1 unit of its pKa value, which is approximately 3.6 to 5.6. These buffer solutions can be used in biological experiments due to their compatibility with biological samples and processes,
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Homework Statement


100mL of 0.10M HNO3 was added to a 100mL mixture containing 0.30M acetic acid and 0.10M sodium acetate.
Ka = 1.8 x 10-5


Homework Equations


CH3COOH [tex]\rightarrow[/tex] H+ + CH3COO-
CH3COONa [tex]\rightarrow[/tex] Na+ + CH3COO-


CH3COO- + H+ [tex]\rightarrow[/tex] CH3COOH


The Attempt at a Solution


CH3COO- + H+ [tex]\rightarrow[/tex] CH3COOH
I used the ICE table for this
and it turns out that the molarity of CH3COO- and H+ are both = 0 at equilibrium...
 
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Which suggests you have now solution of acetic acid and sodium nitrate... Take a look at stoichiometry of the mixture.

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Related to [Chem] Buffer solution with acetic acid

1. What is a buffer solution?

A buffer solution is a solution that resists changes in pH when small amounts of acid or base are added. It consists of a weak acid and its conjugate base or a weak base and its conjugate acid.

2. Why is acetic acid commonly used in buffer solutions?

Acetic acid is a weak acid that dissociates partially in water, making it an effective buffer component. It also has a pKa value close to the desired pH of the buffer, making it easier to maintain the desired pH.

3. How do you prepare a buffer solution using acetic acid?

To prepare a buffer solution using acetic acid, you would mix a specific amount of acetic acid with its conjugate base, usually sodium acetate, in a specific ratio determined by the desired pH and buffer capacity. This mixture can then be diluted to the desired concentration.

4. What is the range of pH that can be achieved with a buffer solution containing acetic acid?

The pH range of a buffer solution containing acetic acid depends on the concentration of the acid and its conjugate base. However, typically, a buffer solution can maintain a pH within 1 unit of its pKa value. For acetic acid, this range would be approximately 3.6 to 5.6.

5. Can a buffer solution with acetic acid be used in biological experiments?

Yes, buffer solutions containing acetic acid are commonly used in biological experiments as they are compatible with most biological samples and do not interfere with biological processes. Acetic acid is also naturally found in the body, making it a safe choice for biological experiments.

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