Buffered Solutions

A buffered solution is a liquid that can resist changes in its acidity or alkalinity when small amounts of acids or bases are added. It contains a combination of a weak acid and its conjugate base, or a weak base and its conjugate acid. These components work together to neutralize added acids or bases, helping to maintain a relatively stable pH level. Buffered solutions are common in biological systems, like blood, and in many industrial processes where maintaining a specific pH is essential for proper functioning.