Explain why equation (17.10) fails when applied to dilute solutionsfor example, when you calculate the pH of

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Explain why equation (17.10) fails when applied to dilute solutions—for example, when you calculate the pH of 0.010 M NaH2PO4.

Eq. 17.10

for HPO4: 1 pH = (pKa + pka) = 1 2 (2.15 (2.15 +7.20) = 4.68 (17.10)

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General Chemistry Principles And Modern Applications

ISBN: 9780132931281

11th Edition

Authors: Ralph Petrucci, Jeffry Madura, F. Herring, Carey Bissonnette

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