Which of the Following Would Not Form a Suitable Buffer

question 72

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would not form a suitable buffer?

• A) Acetic acid/ acetate
• B) Carbonic acid/ bicarbonate
• C) Bicarbonate/ carbonate
• D) Hydrochloric acid/ chloride
• E) Phosphoric acid/ dihydrogen phosphate

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