Consider the Buffer Pair, HF/F ^-

question 6

Multiple Choice

Consider the buffer pair, HF/F ^- . What can be stated about the relative proportions of this buffer pair if the pH of an aqueous solution of this pair is adjusted tO₄.00 and the p K _a for HF equals 3.17?

• A) This buffer solution contains relatively more HF than F ^- .
• B) This buffer solution contains relatively more F ^- than HF.
• C) This buffer solution contains equal concentrations of HF and F ^- .
• D) More information is needed to determine the relative proportion of each member.

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