Titration of a strong acid with a strong base. |
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As a solution of NaOH is added to the HCl a plot of pH vs. volume of added base is made.
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About 30 mL of base have been added. Notice the rapid change in pH.
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The phenolphthalein indicator has change from colorless to red indicating that the solution is basic.
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Notice that the pH is not changing rapidly at this point in the titration. |
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