Module 14: Applying Chemical Activities to Buffer Problems

Apply the information presented in the "Connect" section to the buffer described below and:

  1. calculate the buffer pH using concentrations;
  2. calculate the buffer pH using activities.

Buffer solution: mix 100 mL of 0.030 M KH2PO4 with 100 mL of 0.050 M K2HPO4


Solution to Problem 1.
Solution to Problem 2.

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Last updated: July 19, 1997