Which Statement Is False Regarding the Titration of a Weak

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which statement is false regarding the titration of a weak base with a strong acid? B + H⁺ → BH⁺

• A)At the equivalence point,the pH is due to the weak acid dissociation of the conjugate acid,BH⁺.
• B)Past the equivalence point the pH is due to excess strong acid,H⁺.
• C)Before strong acid is added the pH is due to the ionization of the weak base,B.
• D)Before the equivalence point,the pH is due to a mixture of B and BH⁺,a buffer.
• E)The pH at the equivalence point is acidic.

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