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What is the percentage of ionization of 0.01 M NH3?
A) 0.1%
B) 1%
C) 10%
D) 100%

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Final answer:

The question seeks to calculate the percentage of ionization for 0.01 M NH3, but without the base ionization constant or pH, this value cannot be determined. Normally, the calculation involves solving an equilibrium expression for NH3 in water and then calculating percent ionization.

Step-by-step explanation:

To calculate the percentage of ionization of 0.01 M NH3, we need additional information such as the Kb value (base ionization constant) for NH3 and possibly the pH of the solution, if provided. Since this information is not given in the question, we cannot accurately calculate the percentage of ionization for NH3. Usually, the percent ionization for a weak base like NH3 in water can be calculated using the formula:

Percent Ionization = ([OH-] / [NH3 initial]) × 100%

Where [OH-] is the concentration of hydroxide ions formed and [NH3 initial] is the initial concentration of NH3. Using the Kb and the initial concentration of NH3, we can set up an equilibrium expression and solve for [OH-], and then use that to find the percentage of ionization. However, without the necessary values, we cannot complete this calculation.

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