The ionization constant of HF is 3.2×10-4. Which of the following is the correct value of degree of dissociation if concentration is 0.02 M?
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a
0.12
b
0.012
c
0.024
d
0.24
answer is A.
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Detailed Solution
Cα21-α=Ka The solution is not very dilute0.02×α21-α=3.2×10-4 (given)α21-α=1.6×10-2α2+1.6×10-2α-1.6×10-2=0α=-1.6×10-2±1.6×10-22+4×1.6×10-22=-1.6×10-2+6.4×10-22 1.6×10-22 neglected=-0.016+0.25320.12Alternatively,For dilute weak acid, α=KC α=3.2×10-40.02=1.6×10-2=0.126