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What is the concentration of CN- ions in a solution with 0.1 M HCl and 0.01 M HCN where Ka of HCN is 10-6?

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10-4M
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10-5M
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10-6M
d
10-7 M

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Correct option is D

HCl is a strong acid and completely dissociates in water. Therefore, the concentration of HCl, H+ and Cl- is the same, 0.1 M.

HCN is a weak acid and partially dissociates.

HCNH++CN-

Ka expression of HCN:

Ka=H+CN-HCN 10-6=0.1CN-0.01 CN-=10-7

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