Analytical Chemistry Question 239

Question: To neutralize 25 ml of 0.25 M $ Na_2CO_3 $ solution how much volume of 0.5 M $ HCl $ is required

[MP PET 1994]

Options:

A) 12.5 ml

B) 25 ml

C) 37.5 ml

D) 50 ml

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Answer:

Correct Answer: A

Solution:

$ M_1V_1 $ = $ M_2V_2 $

$ (Na_2CO_3) $ = $ (HCl) $

$ 0.25M\times 25 $ = $ 0.5M\times V_2 $

$ V_2=\frac{0.25M\times 25}{0.5M}=12.5ml $