An explanation for the fact that a best buffer has about equal quantities of a weak acid and conjugate base present as well as having a large concentration of each species present is to be stated. Concept introduction: A solution that resists a change in the pH on addition of an acid or an alkali is termed as a buffer solution. To determine: An explanation for the fact that a best buffer has about equal quantities of a weak acid and conjugate base present as well as having a large concentration of each species present.

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An explanation for the fact that a best buffer has about equal quantities of a weak acid and conjugate base present as well as having a large concentration of each species present is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

A solution that resists a change in the pH on addition of an acid or an alkali is termed as a buffer solution.

To determine: An explanation for the fact that a best buffer has about equal quantities of a weak acid and conjugate base present as well as having a large concentration of each species present.

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