Question: The weak base B (Kb = 1.0 10-5) equilibrates between water (phase 1) and benzene (phase 2). (a) Define the distribution coefficient, D, for

The weak base B (Kb = 1.0 × 10-5) equilibrates between water (phase 1) and benzene (phase 2).
(a) Define the distribution coefficient, D, for this system.
(b) Explain the difference between D and K, the partition coefficient.
(c) Calculate D at pH 8.00 if K = 50.0.
(d) Will D be greater or less at pH 10 than at pH 8? Explain why.

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