Determination Of Percent KHP And Acid Equivalent Weight

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Determine the percent by mass of potassium hydrogen phthalate (KHP) in an impure sample through titration, precisely standardize an NaOH solution, and calculate the acid’s molar weight and the amount of unknown acid needed to neutralize a mole of hydroxide ion. The experiment involves preparing a dilute NaOH solution, standardizing it using pure KHP, analyzing an impure KHP sample to find its percent purity, and then determining the mass of an unknown acid that corresponds to one mole of hydroxide neutralization. The process demonstrates the principles of titration, equivalence point detection via phenolphthalein, and the calculation of molarity, purity, and neutralization equivalents.

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Introduction

In this experiment, the primary goal is to determine the percent purity of an impure KHP sample, accurately standardize a sodium hydroxide (NaOH) solution, and utilize this standardized solution to analyze an unknown acid’s neutralization capacity. Titration serves as the central quantitative method, where solutions of known and unknown concentrations react until the equivalence point is achieved. This process allows for the calculation of unknown concentrations and the characterization of acid and base strengths. The balanced chemical reaction involved in the titration of KHP with NaOH is:

C₈H₅O₄OH + NaOH → C₈H₄O₄Na + H₂O

which depicts the neutralization of a monoprotic acid (KHP) by a base (NaOH). The indicator phenolphthalein signals the endpoint by changing from colorless to faint pink at nearly neutral pH, marking the equivalence point. Through this titration process, the experiment aims to derive key parameters such as molarity, percent purity, and the equivalence weight of the unknown acid.

Procedure

The experiment begins with the preparation of an approximately 0.1 M NaOH solution from a more concentrated stock solution. This involves calculating the required volume of 6 M NaOH to prepare 500 mL of dilute solution, cleaning equipment, and mixing thoroughly to ensure homogeneity. The prepared NaOH solution is then standardized against pure potassium hydrogen phthalate (KHP) by titration, where known masses of KHP are dissolved in water with phenolphthalein indicator, and the volume of NaOH used to reach the endpoint is recorded. Multiple titrations are conducted to improve accuracy, and the molarity of NaOH is calculated by averaging the values from these trials and assessing their precision via percent relative deviation. The standardized NaOH solution is then employed to titrate an impure KHP sample, calculating its percentage purity based on the titration data. Subsequently, the same NaOH solution is used to determine the amount of an unknown acid that neutralizes one mole of NaOH, thus helping to quantify its neutralization capacity.

The process emphasizes careful measurement, consistent technique, and proper data recording, including initial and final buret readings, to ensure reliable calculations and minimize errors.

Data Tables

[It is necessary to create data tables for all measurements, including initial and final buret readings, masses of KHP, pH indicators' endpoints, and titration volumes. These tables should be prepared prior to laboratory work.]

Sample Calculations

[Include detailed step-by-step calculations showing how molarity, percent purity, and neutralization mass are derived from raw data. For example, calculating molarity from titration volume and mass of KHP, then using this molarity to find the purity percentage of the impure sample, and finally calculating the amount of acid needed to neutralize a mole of hydroxide.]

Results

Based on the titration data, the average molarity of the NaOH solution was determined to be approximately [insert value] M. The percent purity of the impure KHP sample was calculated to be [insert percentage]%. Additionally, the amount of unknown acid required to neutralize one mole of hydroxide was found to be [insert grams]. These values are derived from multiple trials, and the consistency among them demonstrates the precision of the titration method used.

Error Discussion

In this experiment, errors can be classified as systematic or random. Systematic errors are consistent inaccuracies that affect the accuracy of the results, such as calibration errors in the buret, mismeasurement of liquids, or impurities in reagents, which could lead to an over- or underestimation of concentrations and purity. Random errors are unpredictable fluctuations resulting from slight inconsistencies in titration technique, such as timing of endpoint detection or uneven mixing, affecting precision. Accuracy is primarily affected by systematic errors, whereas precision is influenced by random errors. To minimize systematic errors, organizations should regularly calibrate equipment, use high-purity reagents, and verify calculations carefully. Random errors can be reduced by performing multiple trials, ensuring proper mixing, and standardizing endpoints visually or instrumentally. Recognizing and controlling these errors enhances the reliability and validity of the experimental outcomes, enabling more precise and accurate quantification of acid and base properties.

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