If the ph of a buffer solution is equal to the pka of the acid in the buffer then

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Maverick Marks

8 July, 06:17

If the ph of a buffer solution is equal to the pka of the acid in the buffer then

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Elsa Oconnell · Answer 1

This means that there are equal amounts of protonated and deprotonated forms of the acid.

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For example if pH = 5 and pKa = 5 it means it is 50% protonated and 50% deprotonated