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What happens when strong base is added to weak acid?

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The weak acid will give it's H+

Step-by-step explanation:

If a strong base is added to a buffer, the weak acid will give up its H+ in order to transform the base (OH-) into water (H2O) and the conjugate base: HA + OH- → A- + H2O. Since the added OH- is consumed by this reaction, the pH will change only slightly.

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