Answer to Question #265932 in Organic Chemistry for Jess

Question

Salt hydrolysis is a reaction in which one of the ions from a salt reacts with water, forming either an acidic or basic solution. Using the following titration set-ups explain how the salt formed would affect the end-point pH.

Provide equations to support your discussions.

a. HCl and NaOH

b. HCl and NH3

c. CH3COOH and NaOH

Comprehend your discussions with typical titration curve to make your point and also discuss the choice of indicators to be utilized in each titration. 

Answer 1

A reaction in which one of the ions from a salt reacts with water, forming either an acidic or basic solution.