I have a solution of hydrocyanic acid, HCN, of unknown concentration. I titrate 100.mL of the HCN solution with a stock solution of 2.00 M LIOH. I reach endpoint when 80.0 mL of LIOH solution have been added. What is the original concentration of my HCN solution?

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## Determining the Concentration of Hydrocyanic Acid (HCN) via Titration

### Problem Statement:
You have a solution of hydrocyanic acid, HCN, of unknown concentration. You titrate 100.0 mL of the HCN solution with a stock solution of 2.00 M LiOH. The endpoint is reached when 80.0 mL of LiOH solution have been added. What is the original concentration of your HCN solution?

### Tips for Solving:
- **Show your work**: To be eligible for partial credit, ensure all calculations and reasoning are clearly documented.
- **If you're stuck**: Do not leave the problem blank. Write down anything you think might be relevant or your reasoning up to the point where you got stuck.
- **Use a balanced chemical equation**: Understanding the chemical reaction involved in the titration will help you solve the problem efficiently.

### Additional Instructions:
1. **Balanced Chemical Equation**: Consider writing the balanced equation for the reaction between HCN and LiOH.
2. **Units and Conversion**: Pay attention to units and convert them if necessary to maintain consistency across calculations.
Transcribed Image Text:## Determining the Concentration of Hydrocyanic Acid (HCN) via Titration ### Problem Statement: You have a solution of hydrocyanic acid, HCN, of unknown concentration. You titrate 100.0 mL of the HCN solution with a stock solution of 2.00 M LiOH. The endpoint is reached when 80.0 mL of LiOH solution have been added. What is the original concentration of your HCN solution? ### Tips for Solving: - **Show your work**: To be eligible for partial credit, ensure all calculations and reasoning are clearly documented. - **If you're stuck**: Do not leave the problem blank. Write down anything you think might be relevant or your reasoning up to the point where you got stuck. - **Use a balanced chemical equation**: Understanding the chemical reaction involved in the titration will help you solve the problem efficiently. ### Additional Instructions: 1. **Balanced Chemical Equation**: Consider writing the balanced equation for the reaction between HCN and LiOH. 2. **Units and Conversion**: Pay attention to units and convert them if necessary to maintain consistency across calculations.
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