Answer:
1.03 M
Explanation:
Step 1: Write the balanced equation
NaOH + HCl ⇒ NaCl + H₂O
Step 2: Calculate the reacting moles of HCl
30.0 mL (0.0300 L) of 0.500 M HCl react.
0.0300 L × 0.500 mol/L = 0.0150 mol
Step 3: Calculate the moles of NaOH that react with 0.0150 moles of HCl
The molar ratio of NaOH to HCl is 1:1. The moles of NaOH that react are 1/1 × 0.0150 mol = 0.0150 mol.
Step 4: Calculate the molar concentration of NaOH
0.0150 moles of NaOH are in 14.5 mL (0.0145 L).
M = 0.0150 mol/0.0145 L = 1.03 M
