Practice How Buffers Work - 7.4.2 | Chapter 8: Acids and Base | IB Grade 12-Chemistry
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Question 1

Easy

What is the main function of a buffer solution?

💡 Hint: Think about the role of buffers in biological systems like blood.

Question 2

Easy

What components generally make up a buffer?

💡 Hint: Consider the acid-base pairs you've learned about.

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Question 1

What is a buffer solution primarily composed of?

  • Strong acid and strong base
  • Weak acid and its conjugate base
  • Neutral salt

💡 Hint: Think about what components allow buffers to regulate pH.

Question 2

True or False: The effectiveness of a buffer decreases when the concentrations of its components are not equal.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: What happens if one component is much higher than the other?

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Calculate the pH of a buffer solution containing 0.2 M acetic acid and 0.1 M sodium acetate. Given that the pKa of acetic acid is 4.76.

💡 Hint: Apply the equation carefully, ensuring you watch the concentrations.

Question 2

A buffer solution has an initial pH of 4.50. After adding a strong acid, the pH drops to 4.20. What does this indicate about the buffer's capacity?

💡 Hint: Consider how much acidic neutralization occurs with small changes in pH.

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