Module 8
1. Module 8
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Module 8—Acid-Base Equilibrium
Lesson Summary
In Lesson 4 you considered the following question:
- How is knowledge of the equilibrium of aqueous systems involved in predicting the outcome of acid-base reactions?
The focus of this lesson has been on developing and testing a method to predict acid-base reactions and the position of their equilibrium. You learned the principles upon which this method of prediction is based, and you tested predictions by completing a virtual investigation. You also considered how an understanding of this method could be applied to investigating the action of soil components against acid deposition.
Knowledge of this method is required to complete the rest of Module 8. In the next few lessons you will further your understanding of acid-base equilibrium by investigating the chemical reaction occurring in a titration and the composition and action of chemical buffers.