Equilibrium Question 438
Question: In a solution of acetic acid, sodium acetate is added, then its pH value [NCERT 1977; DPMT 1985; MP PMT 1994]
Options:
A) Decreases
B) Increases
C) Remains unchanged
D) A and B both are correct
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Answer:
Correct Answer: B
Solution:
Solution of $ CH_3COONa $ on addition to acid shows a decrease in dissociation of acid due to common ion effect. To decrease in $ [{H^{+}}] $ or increase pH.