Chapter 11, Problem 11.13P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The equivalence point $pH$ is necessarily below $7$ while titrating a weak base with strong acid and the reason for it has to be explained.

Concept introduction:

Acid-base titration is titration between acid and base. It is also known as neutralization reaction.

There are primarily four types of acid-base titrations –

• Strong base vs strong acid
• Strong base vs weak acid
• Weak base vs strong acid
• Weak base vs weak acid

Equivalence point ensures the neutralization reaction or whatever reaction goes on in titration becomes completed and at this point the number of moles of titrant and the number of moles of analyte become equal.

The term $pH$ refers to concentration of $H^{+}$ion in a solution.