In the EDTA titration for CaO in limestone, the pH of the sample is made sufficiently basic so any magnesium thatis present will precipitate as Mg(OH)2. The adjustment of pH is fairly critical, as complications arise if the solution is either too basic or not basic enough. Briefly explain these complications and how each affects the accuracy of the analysis.
Complexometric Titration of CaO in Limestone: Analysis of Procedure
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David Harvey
David T. Harvey is a Professor Emeritus of Chemistry and Biochemistry at DePauw University in Greencastle, Indiana, where he has been a dedicated faculty member since 1986. Over his nearly four-decade career, Dr…
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