Chemistry-(general)

NEET Chemistry (general) MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-numerical-Medium-Class 11

Given that the ionization constant of HF at 298K is 6.8 × 10⁻⁴, calculate the ionization constant of its conjugate base, F⁻.

A

1.47 × 10⁻¹¹

B

1.47 × 10⁻¹⁰

C

1.47 × 10⁻⁷

D

6.8 × 10⁻⁴

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

The ionization constant of a conjugate base is given by Kw divided by the ionization constant of the acid. Kw at 298K is 1.0 × 10⁻¹⁴. Therefore, for F⁻, it is 1.0 × 10⁻¹⁴ / 6.8 × 10⁻⁴ = 1.47 × 10⁻¹¹.

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