Question: The distribution coefficient for extraction of a metal complex from aqueous to organic solvents is D = [total metal] org /[total metal] aq . Give

The distribution coefficient for extraction of a metal complex from aqueous to organic solvents is D = [total metal]org/[total metal]aq. Give physical reasons why β and Ka appear in the numerator of Equation 22-13, but KL and [H+]aq appear in the denominator.


Equation 22-13

KMBK

KMBK", [HL]brg Distribution of metal-chelate complex between phases: (22-13) KE [H* J%q

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