Properties of Buffers

AP Chemistry· difficulty 2/5

A buffer typically consists of

A
$Weak acid + its conjugate base (or weak base + conjugate acid)$
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B
$Two strong acids$
C
$Pure water$
D
$Strong acid + strong base$

Explanation

Both partners present in comparable amounts to neutralize added acid or base.

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