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Ch.17 - Acids and Bases
Chapter 17, Problem 140d

Determine the pH of each two-component solution. d. 0.088 M HClO4 and 0.022 M KOH

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Identify the nature of the substances: HClO4 is a strong acid and KOH is a strong base.
Write the balanced chemical equation for the reaction: \( \text{HClO}_4 + \text{KOH} \rightarrow \text{KClO}_4 + \text{H}_2\text{O} \).
Calculate the moles of HClO4 and KOH using their concentrations and the volume of the solution (assuming 1 L for simplicity).
Determine the limiting reactant by comparing the moles of HClO4 and KOH.
Calculate the concentration of excess HClO4 or KOH after the reaction, and use it to find the pH or pOH, then convert to pH if necessary.

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Key Concepts

Here are the essential concepts you must grasp in order to answer the question correctly.

pH Scale

The pH scale measures the acidity or basicity of a solution, ranging from 0 to 14. A pH of 7 is neutral, below 7 indicates acidity, and above 7 indicates basicity. The scale is logarithmic, meaning each whole number change represents a tenfold change in hydrogen ion concentration. Understanding pH is crucial for analyzing the behavior of acids and bases in solution.
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Strong Acids and Bases

Strong acids, like HClO4, completely dissociate in water, releasing all their hydrogen ions (H+), while strong bases, like KOH, fully dissociate to release hydroxide ions (OH-). This complete dissociation simplifies calculations of pH, as the concentration of the acid or base directly determines the concentration of H+ or OH- ions in the solution. Recognizing the strength of acids and bases is essential for accurate pH determination.
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Neutralization Reaction

A neutralization reaction occurs when an acid reacts with a base to form water and a salt, typically resulting in a solution that is closer to neutral pH. In this case, the H+ ions from HClO4 will react with the OH- ions from KOH. The extent of this reaction influences the final pH of the solution, making it important to consider the stoichiometry of the reactants involved.
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