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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