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How does a buffer work

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A buffer is simply a mixture of a weak acid and its conjugate base or a weak base and its conjugate acid. Buffers work by reacting with any added acid or base to control the pH.

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Answer : The correct option is, (b) unsaturated

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Ionic product : It is defined as the product of the concentrations of the ions present in solution raised to the same power by its stoichiometric coefficient in a solution of a salt. This takes place at any concentration. The ionic product is represented as, Q.

Solubility product constant : It is defined as the product of the concentration of the ions present in a solution raised to the power by its stoichiometric coefficient in a solution of a salt. This takes place at equilibrium only. The solubility product constant is represented as, $K__{sp}$ .

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The balanced chemical reaction is,

$PbCl_2(aq)\rightarrow Pb^{2+}(aq)+2Cl^-(aq)$

The expression of ionic product will be,

$Q=[Pb^{2+}][Cl^-]^2$

$Q=(0.20)\times (0.10)^2$

$Q=0.002$

The ionic product of solution is, 0.002

There are three cases for the solubility :

When $Q$ this means that the solution is unsaturated solution and more solid will be dissolve.

When $Q=k_{sp}$ this means that the solution is saturated solution.

When $Q>k_{sp}$ this means that the solution is supersaturated solution and solid will be precipitate.

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