A Solution Containing a Buffer Has an Initial PH of 8.78.If

question 11

Multiple Choice

A solution containing a buffer has an initial pH of 8.78.If a student adds 5 drops of NaCl(aq) to this solution,what would be a reasonable pH for the resulting solution?

• A)5.22
• B)7.00
• C)8.64
• D)8.78
• E)8.89

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