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How does a base like NH3 raise the hydroxide ion concentration?
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∙ 12y ago
NH3 + H2O -> NH4+ + OH -
Grabs one of the water's hydrogens.
It is incorrect, though done, to write the product as NH4OH.
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Is Magnesium hydroxide a base or an acid?
Like other hydroxides it is a base.
How would OH- in an ammonia solution compare with OH- in a sodium hydroxide solution of a similar concentration?
Molar concentration in both base solutions NH3 and NaOH is assumed to be (equal) 0.1 mol Base/LWeak base like ammonia (NH3) with pKb = 9.2 and concentration (assumed) Cb = 0.1 (mol/L)pOH = 0.5*[pKb + pCb] = 0.5*[9.2 + 1.0] = 5.1 , hence [OH-] = 7.9*10-6pH = 14 - pOH = 8.9 hence [H+]= 1.3*10-9Strong base hydroxide (like from NaOH) with concentration (equally assumed) Cb = 0.1 (mol/L)pOH = 1.0 because [OH-] = 0.1pH = 13.0 hence [H+]= 1.0*10-13
Is Mg(OH)2 an acid base or a salt?
MgOH is certainly not an acid, as it does not contain the H+ ion which characterisies an acid. It is more of base, characterised by the hydroxyl ion (OH-). However it is not a very strong base like sodium hydroxide (NaOH).
How could you determine the amount of sodium hydroxide found in the commercial cleaner like Clorax?
You can determine the amount or concentration of NaOH by titrating with a standard solution of acid.
Is ammonia acidic or basic?
Ammonia is a base. When ammonia (which has a chemical formula of NH3) dissolves in water (chemical formula H2O) it forms a solution of ammonium hydroxide (NH4OH). Ammonium hydroxide is a chemical relative of other bases like sodium hydroxide (lye).
Is Magnesium hydroxide a base or an acid?
Like other hydroxides it is a base.
What chemicals will neutralise an acid?
any base like sodium hydroxide, potassium hydroxide etc.
How would OH- in an ammonia solution compare with OH- in a sodium hydroxide solution of a similar concentration?
Molar concentration in both base solutions NH3 and NaOH is assumed to be (equal) 0.1 mol Base/LWeak base like ammonia (NH3) with pKb = 9.2 and concentration (assumed) Cb = 0.1 (mol/L)pOH = 0.5*[pKb + pCb] = 0.5*[9.2 + 1.0] = 5.1 , hence [OH-] = 7.9*10-6pH = 14 - pOH = 8.9 hence [H+]= 1.3*10-9Strong base hydroxide (like from NaOH) with concentration (equally assumed) Cb = 0.1 (mol/L)pOH = 1.0 because [OH-] = 0.1pH = 13.0 hence [H+]= 1.0*10-13
What acid is in magnesium hydroxide?
Magnesium hydroxide is not an acid nor does it contain one. Like other hydroxides it is a base.
Is Mg(OH)2 an acid base or a salt?
MgOH is certainly not an acid, as it does not contain the H+ ion which characterisies an acid. It is more of base, characterised by the hydroxyl ion (OH-). However it is not a very strong base like sodium hydroxide (NaOH).
Would it be better to neutralize an acid spill with a weak base like baking soda or a strong base like sodium hydroxide and why?
How do I remove HCL stains from bathroom showers?
How do you Work out pH of a solution?
Depends if you have a Hydroxide [OH^-] or a Hydronium [H3O^+] solution.The Ph of an acid or base is determined by the concentration of the Hydronium [H30^+]. So just find out [H30^+], then use the equation "-log10[H30^+]. Should be between 1-14.7= neutral. lower than 7 = acid. higher than 7= base.If you have a hydroxide to begin with. Ie. NaOH. Then you will have the concentration for the OH, which is = to NaOH. If you get something like Ca(OH)2 then you just multiply your concentration of Ca(OH)2 by 2 to get (concentration)[OH^-].Then use the equation 10^14M/ [OH^-] to find out [H30^+].Once you have the [H30^+] just use the -log10[H30^+]
How could you determine the amount of sodium hydroxide found in the commercial cleaner like Clorax?
You can determine the amount or concentration of NaOH by titrating with a standard solution of acid.
Is ammonia acidic or basic?
Ammonia is a base. When ammonia (which has a chemical formula of NH3) dissolves in water (chemical formula H2O) it forms a solution of ammonium hydroxide (NH4OH). Ammonium hydroxide is a chemical relative of other bases like sodium hydroxide (lye).
Which pH value indicates the highest concentration of hydroxide ion?
The pH scale works like this:1 being acidic, like lemon juice,10 is basic, amoniathe lower the number the more acidic, higher numbers are basic and 7 is neutralthe stronger the base, the higher the number, which means a higher OH ion concentration. the stronger the acid, the lower the number, means a higher H3O ion concentration and a lower OH concentration.
What are saying to deal with pH?
The pH scale help us to determine how much acidic or base there is in the concentration of any objects like lemonade, shapoo, or milk are being measure with it. If the concentration is below 7, then it is acidic. If it is above 7 then it concentration had more base. But if it was exactly on 7 then it is neutral like water. Remember that the more the concentration is farther to the left or right side, then the more acidic ( left-side) or the more base( right-side) it is.
Is hydroxide soluble?
KOH is potassium hydroxide, an Arrhenius base. All ionic compounds are soluble (they ionize in the polar water). This particular ionic compound also has all these loose hydroxide anions in solution, making it a base. never drink, or stick your finger in it, it burns like heck! looks like water, tastes like death.
