AIIMS2001Chemistry-Acid-Base Equilibria

AIIMS 2001 Chemistry pH of Salts MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-numerical-Medium-Class 11

The pH of aqueous solution of ammonium formate is (pKₐ of HCOOH = 3.8 and pK_b of NH₃ = 4.8)

A

7

B

6.0

C

6.5

D

8.9

Correct Answer

Option C

Detailed Explanation

Ammonium formate is a salt of a weak acid and weak base, resulting in a neutral pH of 7.

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