How does a buffer resist change in ph upon addition of a strong acid?
1 answer:
Any buffer exists in this equilibrium
HA <=>
In a buffer, there is a large reservoir of both the undissociated acid (HA) and its conjugate base (
)
When a strong acid is added, it reacts with the large reservoir of the conjugate base () forming a salt and water. Since this large reservoir of the conjugate base is used, the ph does not alter drastically, but instead resist the pH change.
HA <=>
In a buffer, there is a large reservoir of both the undissociated acid (HA) and its conjugate base (
When a strong acid is added, it reacts with the large reservoir of the conjugate base (
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<h3>Answer:</h3>
28 mol CaF
<h3>General Formulas and Concepts:</h3><u>Math</u>
<u>Pre-Algebra</u>
Order of Operations: BPEMDAS
- Brackets
- Parenthesis
- Exponents
- Multiplication
- Division
- Addition
- Subtraction
- Left to Right<u> </u>
<u>Chemistry</u>
<u>Atomic Structure</u>
- Avogadro's Number - 6.022 × 10²³ atoms, molecules, formula units, etc.
<u>Stoichiometry</u>
- Using Dimensional Analysis
<u>Step 1: Define</u>
[Given] 1.7 × 10²⁵ molecules CaF
[Solve] moles CaF
<u>Step 2: Identify Conversions</u>
Avogadro's Number
<u>Step 3: Convert</u>
- [DA] Set up:
- [DA] Multiply/Divide [Cancel out units]:
<u>Step 4: Check</u>
<em>Follow sig fig rules and round. We are given 2 sig figs.</em>
28.2298 mol CaF ≈ 28 mol CaF