Basic Buffers (17.2.4)

Question 1

• A basic buffer is a buffer that has been designed in such a way that it can resist large changes in pH and keep a solution in the basic realm.

Answer 1

• A basic buffer is a buffer that has been designed in such a way that it can resist large changes in pH and keep a solution in the basic realm.

Question 2

• If acid is added to a buffer solution, the weak base will react with the acid forming a weak acid and water until all of the weak base is consumed.

Answer 2

• If acid is added to a buffer solution, the weak base will react with the acid forming a weak acid and water until all of the weak base is consumed.

Question 3

• If base is added to a buffer solution, the weak acid will react with the base forming a weak base and water until all of the weak acid is consumed.

Answer 3

• If base is added to a buffer solution, the weak acid will react with the base forming a weak base and water until all of the weak acid is consumed.