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The pK₆ of dimethylamine and pKₐ of acetic acid are 3.27 and 4.77 respectively at T (K). The correct option for the pH of dimethylammonium acetate solution is :

Options

A

8.50

B

5.50

C

7.75

D

6.25

Correct Answer :

7.75

Solution :

The correct option for the pH of the dimethylammonium acetate solution is 7.75.

Step-by-Step Explanation:

Dimethylammonium acetate is a salt formed by the reaction of a weak base, dimethylamine ((CH3)2NH), and a weak acid, acetic acid (CH3COOH).

For a salt of a weak acid (WA) and a weak base (WB), the pH of the aqueous solution is independent of its concentration (at moderate concentrations) and is given by the standard formula:
pH=7+12(pKa-pKb)

Here, we are given:
- The pKb of dimethylamine = 3.27
- The pKa of acetic acid = 4.77

Now, substitute these values directly into the pH formula:
pH=7+12(4.77-3.27)

Calculate the difference inside the parentheses:
4.77-3.27=1.50

Substitute this difference back into the equation:
pH=7+12(1.50)
pH=7+0.75
pH=7.75

Thus, the pH of the dimethylammonium acetate solution is 7.75, which matches the third option.

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