how is buffers balance pH inside the cell?

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how is buffers balance pH inside the cell?

2006-10-18 07:05:15 · 2 answers · asked by fufu 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Biology

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buffers work by reacting with any added acid or base. they basically "soak" up the extra acid or base, so that the pH does not become affected.... think of a buffer as storage.

2006-10-18 07:36:39 · answer #1 · answered by Lin B 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋

that's what buffers do they have the correct properties to keep pH pretty much constant

2006-10-18 14:15:44 · answer #2 · answered by shiara_blade 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋