Q103 · Practice questionComplex familiar1 mark
QUESTION 103
Two weak monoprotic acids are compared at the same temperature. Assume that their measured hydrogen ions come from acid ionisation. Which conclusion is supported by the data?
| Acid | Initial concentration / mol L⁻¹ | pH |
|---|---|---|
| X | 0.100 | 3.00 |
| Y | 0.0100 | 3.20 |
(A)
X is stronger because its pH is lower.
(B)
Strength cannot be compared when concentrations differ.
(C)
X and Y have equal strengths because both are weak.
(D)
Y is stronger because its proportion ionised is greater.
WORKED SOLUTION
1 markAnswer D
Answer
D
Working
For X, . For Y, . Y has the larger and larger fraction ionised. A lower pH alone does not show greater strength.
Marking criteria
- Select D. [1 mark]
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