Consider the Two Buffer Solutions Prepared Below

question 32

Multiple Choice

Consider the two buffer solutions prepared below:
Solution A:
[HA] = 0.15 M and [A ^- ] = 0.25 M Solution B:
[HA] = 1.50 M and [A ^- ] = 2.50 M Which statement below is true regarding the pH and buffering capacity of these two solutions?

• A) Solution A will have a greater pH value and a smaller buffering capacity.
• B) Solution B will have a greater pH value and a smaller buffering capacity.
• C) Solution B will have a greater pH value and a larger buffering capacity.
• D) The pH of both solutions will be identical but Solution A will have a larger buffering capacity.
• E) The pH of both solutions will be identical but Solution B will have a larger buffering capacity.

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