The pKa of dimethylamine and pKa of acetic acid are 3.27 and 4.77 respectively at T(K). The correct option for the pH of dimethylammonium acetate solution is :
The pKa of dimethylamine and pKa of acetic acid are 3.27 and 4.77 respectively at T(K). The correct option for the pH of dimethylammonium acetate solution is :
Option 1 -
8.50
Option 2 -
5.50
Option 3 -
7.75
Option 4 -
6.25
-
1 Answer
-
Correct Option - 3
Detailed Solution:Dimethylammonium acetate is a weak acid & weak base type of salt.
pH = 7 + ½ pK? – ½ pK?
= 7 + ½ × 4.77 – ½ × 3.27
= 7.75
Taking an Exam? Selecting a College?
Get authentic answers from experts, students and alumni that you won't find anywhere else
Sign Up on ShikshaOn Shiksha, get access to
- 65k Colleges
- 1.2k Exams
- 682k Reviews
- 1800k Answers