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The pH of a solution of NH3 is 11.43. If its concentration is 0.40 M, then what is the value of pKb?

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3.12
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4.74
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7.6
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10.12
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Solution

The correct option is B 4.74
Since , pH+pOH=14pOH=14pH
pOH=2.57

The aqueous solution of NH3 forms NH4OH which is a weak base. The formula of pOH for a weak base is :
pOH=12pKb12logCor, 2.57×2=pKblogC
or,5.14=pKblog0.4
or,5.14=pKb(2log2log10)pKb=4.74

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