Biochemistry
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Chapter 2, Problem 48RE
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The ratio of conjugate base/conjugate acid is to be determined.
Concept information:
Buffers are the solutions that have the capability of resisting any kind of change.
On the other hand, a buffer system is the solution that is capable of resisting any change in the pH, if small quantity of a strong base or a strong acid is added to it.
The Henderson–Hasselbalch equation is the equation that states the relationship between the
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