Chapter 16, Problem 108GQ

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Molecules and ion present in equimolar concentrations of sodium hydroxide and acetic acid are to be determined. and concentrations of all ions are arranged in decreasing order.

Concept introduction:

Moles of reactants are calculated from given concentration and volume Since equal moles of each reactant combine in the reaction, therefore neither acid nor base is in excess on the product side. From Henderson Hasselbalch equation, the value of $\text{pH}$ of solution is obtained Concentration of hydrogen ion and hydroxide ion is obtained from $\text{pH}$ and $\text{pOH}$ values.