The degree of dissociation of an aqueous solution of acetic acid is given by the expression , where — Ionic Equilibrium Chemistry Question

💡 Solution & Explanation

For a weak monoprotic acid, the hydrogen ion concentration is given by $[H^+] = C\alpha$. Substituting the given expression for $\alpha$, we get $[H^+] = C \times (0.1 \times C^{-1}) = 0.1 \text{ M}$. Thus, $pH = -\log[H^+] = -\log(0.1) = 1$.