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Relation between kd and d derivation
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Kd refers to the equilibrium constant for dissociation, while D is often used to denote the degree of dissociation. They are related but distinct concepts.
Kd (dissociation constant) is an equilibrium constant that describes the ratio of dissociated to associated species in a solution. It is a measure of the tendency of a molecule to break apart into its constituent ions or molecules.
D (degree of dissociation) represents the fraction of molecules that have dissociated at equilibrium. It is expressed as the ratio of the concentration of dissociated molecules to the initial concentration of the substance.
The relationship between Kd and D can be expressed as follows:
D = √(Kd / (Kd + [initial concentration]))
where [initial concentration] is the initial concentration of the substance before dissociation.
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