How to determine if the mixing of two solution would result in buffer solution?

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This discussion focuses on identifying which mixtures result in buffered solutions when combining 1.0 L of each solution. The key findings indicate that only the mixture of 0.10 M hydrochloric acid and 0.20 M ammonia qualifies as a buffer solution. The reasoning is based on the requirement for a conjugate acid-base pair, which is not met by the other combinations. The participant emphasizes the importance of understanding the properties of weak acids and bases in buffer preparation.

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Homework Statement


Which of the following mixtures would result in buffered solutions whn 1.0 L of each of the two solutions are mixed?

(i) 0.10 M sodium chloride and 0.10 M sodium nitrite
(ii) 0.10 M sodium chloride and 0.10 M ammonium chloride
(iii) 0.10 M hydrochloric acid and 0.10 M ammonia
(iv) 0.20 M hydrochoric acid and 0.10 M ammonia
(v) 0.10 M hydrochloric acid and 0.20 M ammonia


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All I know is that there are 6 methods by which we can buffer solutions:
(i) weak acid and strong base
(ii) weak base ans strong acid
(iii) weak and its salt
(iv) weak base and its salt
(v) salt of weak acid and strong acid
(vi) salt of weak base and strong base



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but when I use the above knowledge, the answer are coming different ... the thing I'm not getting is how the molarity of each of the solutions would have an effect.

I have the answers for the above parts but I don't know the reasoning ...

(i) No
(ii) No
(iii) No
(iv) No
(v) Yes


Can anyone please please immediately and somehow explain me the reasoning ... I'll be really thankful ...
 
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Buffer must contain conjugated pair of acid/base. Preparation methods are a consequence of this.

Borek
 
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Too late I presume... But to find the answers to your questions you should follow not my links, but information about what the buffer is. Take a look at all solutions defined - IF they contain both acid and conjugated base (especially in comparable quantities) you have a buffer solution.

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