What is the effective pH range for a CH3COONa / CH3COOH buffer? Ka = 1.8 x 10-5 5.74 3.74 - 4.74 4.74 3.74 - 5.74 3.74
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The buffer system in question is made of acetic acid (CH3COOH) and its conjugate base, sodium acetate (CH3COONa). This is a common acidic buffer system. Show more…
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