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If pKb for the fluoride ion at 25° C is 10.83, the ionization constant of hydrofluoric acid in water at this temperature is
ChemistryIonic EquilibriumNEET
Options:
  • A 1.74×10-5
  • B 3.52×10-3
  • C 6.76×10-4
  • D 5.38×10-2
Solution:
1035 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is: 6.76×10-4
pKb=10.83,
log K b =10.83(110.17)
On taking antilog
Kb=1.479×10-11
Ka.Kb=Kw
or Ka×1.479×10-11=1.0×10-14
Ka=6.76×10-4

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