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Chapter 25, Problem 11CYU
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The better option among a weak base or a strong base to minimize a change in the pH, if the solution is added by a stong acid.

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Buffer is an aqueous solution which resist the pH changes in the solution. It consists of a mixture of weak acid and conjugate strong base or strong acid and weak conjugate base. Buffer solutions are used to maintain a constant and stable pH value. An important example of biological pH buffer system is bicarbonate buffering system, which helps in the regulation of pH of blood.

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