Isotonic Solutions

pH, Buffers, and Isotonic Solutions

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pH (Potential of Hydrogen) pH is a measure of the acidity or alkalinity of a solution. It quantifies the concentration of hydrogen ions (H+) in a solution. The pH scale ranges from 0 to 14, with 7 being neutral. Values below 7 indicate acidity, and values above 7 indicate alkalinity. Mathematical Expression: pH = -log[H+] … Read more

Calculations and Methods of Adjusting Isotonicity

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Isotonicity, the property of a solution having the same osmotic pressure as bodily fluids, is essential in various medical, pharmaceutical, and biological applications. This comprehensive overview delves into the calculations and methods employed to measure isotonicity and adjust solutions to achieve this crucial property. 1. Isotonic Solutions Defined    – Isotonic solutions have the same … Read more