IB Chemistry Sub-topic R3.1 Definitions
This page contains our IB Chemistry definitions for sub-topic R3.1. By learning each one of these definitions, you will fully cover the content for IB Chemistry 'Further proton transfer'.
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buffer solution
A solution that is able to resist pH changes when small amounts of acid or base are added
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indicator
A weak acid or base who's ionised (In-) form is a different color than its unionised (Hin) form
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pOH
Stands for power of hydroxide. pOH is a measure of alkalinity
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titration
A technique used to find the unknown concentration of a solution by reacting it dropwise with a standard solution
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universal indicator
An mixture of indicators that has an endpoint where it changes color
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