Question

Which of the following combinations would not result in the formation of a buffer solution?

• A. $NH_3 + HCl$
• B. $NH_4Cl + NH_3$
• C. $CH_3COOH + NaCl$
• D. $NaOH+ CH_3COOH$

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

$NH_4Cl + NH_3$

Answer 2

Combination of $NaOH$ and $CH_3COOH$ is the mixture of alkali and acetic acid. Therefore this combination can not be buffer forming solution.