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Question: K<sub>b</sub> of an acid-base indicator H In is 10<sup>–9</sup>. The pH at which its 10<sup>–3</sup>...

Kb of an acid-base indicator H In is 10–9. The pH at which its 10–3 (M) solution shows the colour change

A

9

B

7

C

5

D

3

Answer

5

Explanation

Solution

KaKb = 10–14

or Ka = Kin = 10–5

\ [H+] = 10–5

or pH = 5