What is the pH of a buffer with that has a formic acid concentration of 0.75 M and a sodium formate concentration of 0.75 M? The pKa of formic acid 3.74.

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What is the pH of a buffer with that has a formic acid concentration of 0.75 M and a sodium formate concentration of 0.75 M? The pKof formic acid 3.74.

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