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**Understanding Weak Diprotic Acid Systems**

In the context of weak diprotic acids, such as \(\text{H}_2\text{A}\), the dissociation process can be visualized using particle diagrams. Here, we'll analyze the different stages and forms these compounds take as they dissociate in solution. For clarity, water molecules and \(\text{Na}^+\) ions are omitted from the illustrations.

1. **Key Representations in Diagrams:**
    - \(\text{H}_2\text{A}\): Green and white double sphere
    - \(\text{HA}^-\): Green and white single sphere
    - \(\text{A}^{2-}\): Green single sphere

2. **Diagram Analysis:**

   - **Diagram (a): Predominance of \(\text{H}_2\text{A}\)**
     - Depicts mostly undissociated \(\text{H}_2\text{A}\) molecules.
     - This suggests a scenario where the acid has not begun, or has just started, dissociating.

   - **Diagram (b): Intermediate Dissociation**
     - Shows a mixture of \(\text{H}_2\text{A}\) and \(\text{HA}^-\).
     - Indicates first-stage dissociation, producing hydrogen ions and the \(\text{HA}^-\) ion.

   - **Diagram (c): Full Dissociation to \(\text{A}^{2-}\)**
     - Contains primarily the \(\text{A}^{2-}\) ions.
     - Represents a high pH scenario where the acid has fully dissociated.

   - **Diagram (d): Presence of \(\text{HA}^-\) and \(\text{A}^{2-}\)**
     - Displays a combination of \(\text{HA}^-\) and \(\text{A}^{2-}\).
     - Suggests partial progression beyond the first dissociation stage, approaching the second dissociation step.

These visual tools help in understanding how weak diprotic acids behave in solution, crucial for grasping fundamental concepts in chemistry education.

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Transcribed Image Text:--- **Understanding Weak Diprotic Acid Systems** In the context of weak diprotic acids, such as \(\text{H}_2\text{A}\), the dissociation process can be visualized using particle diagrams. Here, we'll analyze the different stages and forms these compounds take as they dissociate in solution. For clarity, water molecules and \(\text{Na}^+\) ions are omitted from the illustrations. 1. **Key Representations in Diagrams:** - \(\text{H}_2\text{A}\): Green and white double sphere - \(\text{HA}^-\): Green and white single sphere - \(\text{A}^{2-}\): Green single sphere 2. **Diagram Analysis:** - **Diagram (a): Predominance of \(\text{H}_2\text{A}\)** - Depicts mostly undissociated \(\text{H}_2\text{A}\) molecules. - This suggests a scenario where the acid has not begun, or has just started, dissociating. - **Diagram (b): Intermediate Dissociation** - Shows a mixture of \(\text{H}_2\text{A}\) and \(\text{HA}^-\). - Indicates first-stage dissociation, producing hydrogen ions and the \(\text{HA}^-\) ion. - **Diagram (c): Full Dissociation to \(\text{A}^{2-}\)** - Contains primarily the \(\text{A}^{2-}\) ions. - Represents a high pH scenario where the acid has fully dissociated. - **Diagram (d): Presence of \(\text{HA}^-\) and \(\text{A}^{2-}\)** - Displays a combination of \(\text{HA}^-\) and \(\text{A}^{2-}\). - Suggests partial progression beyond the first dissociation stage, approaching the second dissociation step. These visual tools help in understanding how weak diprotic acids behave in solution, crucial for grasping fundamental concepts in chemistry education. ---
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(1) Which of the solutions can act as buffer solutions? (Explain)

(2) Which solution is the most effective buffer solution? (Explain)
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