Which of the Following Pairs Would Be the Best Buffer

question 36

Multiple Choice

Which of the following pairs would be the best buffer at pH 10.0?

• A) Acetic acid and sodium acetate (pK_a = 4.76)
• B) H₂CO₃ and NaHCO₃ (pK_a values are 3.77 and 10.4)
• C) Lactic acid and sodium lactate (pK_a = 3.86)
• D) NaH₂PO₄ and Na₂HPO₄ (pK_a values are 2.1, 7.2, 12.4)
• E) Sodium succinate and succinic acid (pK_a = 4.21)

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