Carrying Out a pH Titration (Leaving Cert Chemistry): Quizzes
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What is the key advantage of pH titrations over traditional indicator methods?
What is the key advantage of pH titrations over traditional indicator methods?
They track the entire reaction process
What is the function of the magnetic stirrer in a pH titration?
What is the function of the magnetic stirrer in a pH titration?
Ensures thorough mixing of solutions
How does the pH sensor connect to the computer in modern pH titrations?
How does the pH sensor connect to the computer in modern pH titrations?
Using Bluetooth technology
Where is the equivalence point in a strong acid vs strong base titration?
Where is the equivalence point in a strong acid vs strong base titration?
Around pH 7
Which indicator is suitable for a strong acid vs weak base titration?
Which indicator is suitable for a strong acid vs weak base titration?
Methyl orange
Where is the equivalence point in a weak acid vs strong base titration?
Where is the equivalence point in a weak acid vs strong base titration?
Above pH 7 (basic side)
Why are no indicators suitable for weak acid vs weak base titrations?
Why are no indicators suitable for weak acid vs weak base titrations?
The pH change is too gradual
Which titration type is phenolphthalein best suited for?
Which titration type is phenolphthalein best suited for?
Weak acid vs strong base
What is the pH range where methyl orange changes colour?
What is the pH range where methyl orange changes colour?
pH 3-4
Why do pH sensors work better than indicators for all titration types?
Why do pH sensors work better than indicators for all titration types?
They provide exact pH values
Where is the base typically placed in a pH titration setup?
Where is the base typically placed in a pH titration setup?
In the burette
How is the equivalence point identified on a pH titration curve?
How is the equivalence point identified on a pH titration curve?
Look for the steepest part of curve