Chapter 1, Problem 29P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The concentration of the protonated form of HEPPS in the solution is to be determined.

Concept introduction:

A compound that undergoes dissociation in the presence of water forms the protonated and deprotonated forms. Both the forms together constitute the whole ionic concentration of the solution.

The formula to calculate the total ionic concentration of the solution is,

${\text{C}}_{\text{total}}={\text{C}}_{\text{protonated}}+{\text{C}}_{\text{deprotonated}}$

Where,

• ${\text{C}}_{\text{protonated}}$ is concentration of protonated form of ions.
• ${\text{C}}_{\text{deprotonated}}$ is the concentration of deprotonated form of ions.
• ${\text{C}}_{\text{total}}$ is the sum of protonated and deprotonated forms.