What's the problem? This is just a plug and chug problem
pH = pKa + log(base)/(acid)
pH = 4.80
pKa = ?
base = lactate = 0.87M
acid = lactic acid = 0.01M
By using the Henderson Hasselbalch equation,Calculate the Pka of lactic acid when the concentration of lactic acid is 0.01 molar. the PH is 4.80 and concentration of lactate is 0.87 molar
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4.8=x +log 0.87/0.01
4.8=x +log 87
4.8=x + 1.94
4.8-1.94=x
x=2.86
pKa= 2.86
4.8=x +log 87
4.8=x + 1.94
4.8-1.94=x
x=2.86
pKa= 2.86
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