The Bicarbonate Buffer System Will Buffer a Strong Acid by Forming

question 45

Multiple Choice

The bicarbonate buffer system will buffer a strong acid by forming:

• A)a weak acid and a salt
• B)a weak base and a salt
• C)a weak acid and water
• D)a weak base and water

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