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A buffer is prepared using conjugate acid base pair acetic acid and acetate ions. Write chemical equations showing the reactions that take place when H+ and OH- are added to the buffer.

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H+  +  CH3COO >  CH3COOH
OH  +  CH3COOH >  CH3COO +  H2O

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Based on the nature of buffers, the equilibrium will shift to the right to remove H+ or to the left to remove OH- ions as shown:

  • H + CH3OO- ---> CH3COOH
  • OH- + CH3COOH ----> CH3COO- + H20

What is a buffer solution?

A buffer solution is a solution that resists changes to its pH when a small quantity of acid or base is added to it.

An acetate buffer is prepared from acetic acid and its salt.

The equilibrium is given as follows:

CH3COOH + H20 <======> CH3COO- + H30+

When a small quantity of acid is added, the equilibrium will shift to the right to remove H+ ions.

When a small quantity of base is added, the equilibrium will shift to the left to remove OH- ions.

Learn more about buffers at: https://brainly.com/question/1385846

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