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pH of a buffer solution varies with_________.


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Buffer solution:

  1. Even when a strong acid or base is added, or when the solution is combined with water, a buffer solution resists pH changes.
  2. The buffer solution exhibits the capacity to control the magnitude of pH changes in the presence of extra acid or base.
  3. A weak acid or base of a certain concentration and its conjugate base or acid of a certain concentration often make up a buffer solution.
  4. To maintain pH values that are constant or nearly constant, buffers are utilised.
  5. Systems must be buffered for live organisms and several laboratory operations.
  6. The pH of a buffer solution depends on the kind of buffer used.

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