In the Following Titration Curve, What Does the Inflection Point

question 20

Multiple Choice

In the following titration curve, what does the inflection point represent?

• A)pH of solution equals pK_a of weak acid
• B)concentration of weak acid and conjugate base are equal
• C)the pH where the solution would function most effectively as a buffer
• D)the weak acid is 50% protonated, 50% deprotonated
• E)all of the above

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