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Ch.18 - Aqueous Ionic Equilibrium
Tro - Chemistry: A Molecular Approach 6th Edition
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Capitolo 18, Problema 89

Referring to Table 18.1, pick an indicator for use in the titration of each acid with a strong base. a. HF

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Identify the type of titration: In this case, you are titrating a weak acid (HF) with a strong base.
Determine the pH at the equivalence point: For a weak acid-strong base titration, the pH at the equivalence point will be greater than 7.
Consult Table 18.1 for indicators: Look for an indicator that changes color in the pH range that includes the pH at the equivalence point.
Select an appropriate indicator: Choose an indicator whose color change range falls within the expected pH range at the equivalence point.
Verify the choice: Ensure the selected indicator provides a clear and distinct color change at the equivalence point.

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Acid-Base Titration

An acid-base titration is a quantitative analytical method used to determine the concentration of an acid or base in a solution. During the titration, a solution of known concentration (the titrant) is added to a solution of unknown concentration until the reaction reaches its equivalence point, where the amount of acid equals the amount of base. The choice of indicator is crucial as it signals the endpoint of the titration.
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Acid-Base Titration

Indicators

Indicators are substances that change color at a specific pH range, signaling the endpoint of a titration. The choice of indicator depends on the pH at the equivalence point of the titration. For weak acids like HF titrated with a strong base, an indicator that changes color around a pH of 7 to 10 is typically used, as the equivalence point will be above neutral pH due to the formation of a weak conjugate base.
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Acid-Base Indicators

HF (Hydrofluoric Acid)

HF is a weak acid that partially dissociates in solution, meaning it does not completely ionize like strong acids. This characteristic affects the pH of the solution during titration and the choice of indicator. When titrating HF with a strong base, the resulting solution will have a higher pH at the equivalence point, necessitating an indicator that can accurately reflect this change.
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