A Buffer Contains Equal Amounts of a Weak Acid and Its

question 34

Multiple Choice

A buffer contains equal amounts of a weak acid and its conjugate base and has a pH of 5.25.Which would be a reasonable value of buffer pH after the addition of a small amount of base?

• A)4.15
• B)5.35
• C)5.15
• D)6.35

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