Which of the following buffers will have the best buffer capacity? A) a solution containing 0.1 M HC₂H₃O₂ and 0.1 M NaC₂H₃O₂ B) a solution containing 0.05 M HC₂H₃O₂ and 0.15 M NaC₂H₃O₂ C) a solution containing 0.15 M HC₂H₃O₂ and 0.05 M NaC₂H₃O₂ D) They all have the same buffer capacity.

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A buffer has the best capacity when the concentrations of the acid and its conjugate base are equal, as in option A.

Which of the Following Buffers Will Have the Best Buffer