Which set of solutes will form a buffer when dissolved in water to make 1 liter of solution?
Correct answer: A. 4 moles of NH₃ with 2 moles of HCl
- A. 4 moles of NH₃ with 2 moles of HCl
- B. 0.0002 mole of HCl
- C. 2 moles of NaCl with 2 moles of HCl
- D. 4 moles of CH₃COOH with 4 moles of NaCl
Explanation
NH₃ is a weak base, and partial neutralization with HCl produces NH₄⁺ (its conjugate acid). After reaction, both NH₃ and NH₄⁺ are present → a classic buffer pair. So only Option A forms a buffer.
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