The first and second ionization constants of textH_2textX are 2.5 times 10^-8 and 1.0 times 10^-13 respectively. The concentration of textX^2- in 0.1text M textH_2textX solution is \_ times 10^-15text M. (Nearest Integer)

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Enter a numerical value Answer: 100 to 100 +4 marks

Solution & Explanation

### Core Logic For a weak diprotic acid textH_2textX, the concentration of textX^2- in a solution of concentration C is approximately equal to the second dissociation constant K_a_2 under standard weak acid approximation conditions ([textX^2-] approx K_a_2 = 1.0 times 10^-13 text M). Converting to the required format: 1.0 times 10^-13 = 100 times 10^-15 text M. ### Step 1: Final Calculation Thus, the integer value is 100. ### Pattern Recognition Sees: polyprotic acid dissociation equilibrium calculation for secondary anion concentration. Trap: Assuming complete dissociation for the second step. ### Chapter Mix Class 11 Chemistry: Equilibrium

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