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Why exactly is the salt component needed in a buffer system
« on: November 06, 2012, 04:45:39 AM »
All the salt does is convert to the conjugate base. But the weak acid already makes the conjugate base. So why is the salt needed to form the buffer system?
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Re: Why exactly is the salt component needed in a buffer system
« Reply #1 on: November 06, 2012, 06:05:51 AM »
To get the correct ratio of acid and conjugate base.
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Re: Why exactly is the salt component needed in a buffer system
« Reply #2 on: November 07, 2012, 11:19:25 PM »
Quote from: Borek on November 06, 2012, 06:05:51 AM
To get the correct ratio of acid and conjugate base.
Now I see. Thanks!
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