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Ch.18 - Aqueous Ionic Equilibrium
Chapter 18, Problem 29b

Solve an equilibrium problem (using an ICE table) to calculate the pH of each solution. b. a solution that is 0.16 M in NH3 and 0.22 M in NH4Cl

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Key Concepts

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

Equilibrium and ICE Tables

Equilibrium in chemistry refers to the state where the concentrations of reactants and products remain constant over time. An ICE table (Initial, Change, Equilibrium) is a tool used to organize the concentrations of species involved in a reaction at different stages. It helps in calculating the changes in concentration as the system reaches equilibrium, which is essential for solving equilibrium problems.
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Weak Bases and Conjugate Acids

Ammonia (NH3) is a weak base that partially ionizes in water to form hydroxide ions (OH-) and ammonium ions (NH4+). The presence of NH4Cl provides the conjugate acid (NH4+) of the weak base, which influences the pH of the solution. Understanding the relationship between weak bases and their conjugate acids is crucial for calculating the pH in buffer solutions.
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Henderson-Hasselbalch Equation

The Henderson-Hasselbalch equation is a mathematical formula used to calculate the pH of buffer solutions. It relates the pH of a solution to the pKa of the weak acid and the ratio of the concentrations of the conjugate base and acid. In this case, it can be applied to find the pH of the solution containing NH3 and NH4Cl, providing a quick way to determine the pH without extensive calculations.
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