The K_a of Benzoic Acid Is 6

question 86

Multiple Choice

The K_a of benzoic acid is 6.30 × 10^-5.The pH of a buffer prepared by combining 50.0 mL of potassium benzoate and 50.0 mL of 1.00 M benzoic acid is ________.

• A)1.705
• B)0.851
• C)3.406
• D)4.201
• E)2.383

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