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Which of the following is the definition of a buffer? A. an organic compound which is...

Which of the following is the definition of a buffer?

A.

an organic compound which is only soluble in an organic solvent
B.

a substance that catalyzes a reaction
C.

a solution containing a strong acid and its conjugate base
D.

            a solution containing a weak base and its conjugate acid
E.

a solution containing a strong base and its conjugate acid

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   a solution containing a weak base and its conjugate acid

option D is correct

Buffer = (weak acid + its conjugate base) or (weak baase +its conjugate acid )

queen_honey_blossom answered 2 years ago
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