Question

Heat of neutralization of a strong acid HA
and a weaker acid HB with KOH are – 13.7 and
-12.7 k cal mol-1. When 1 mole of KOH was
added to a mixture containing 1 mole each of HA
and HB, the heat change was – 13.5 kcal. In what
ratio is the base distributed between HA and HB.
A) 3:1
B) 1:3
C) 4:1
D) 1:4​

Answer 1

Answer:

C) 4:1 is the correct option