Sodium hydrogen carbonate 2 %
The 2% sodium hydrogen carbonate solution represents an important reagent that is widely used in medical diagnostics and life sciences. It is often used to regulate the pH in biological systems and cell cultures.
This solution is particularly suitable for experiments and studies where the pH of a solution needs to be buffered. Due to its alkaline nature, it can be used to neutralize acids, making it an indispensable component in many laboratories.
Chemically, sodium hydrogen carbonate is a salt of carbonic acid and acts as a weak base in aqueous solutions. When in contact with acids, it reacts to release carbon dioxide, which contributes to the buffering effect.
Its mode of operation is based on its ability to absorb protons (H+ ions), thereby increasing the pH of a solution. By absorbing protons, it contributes to the neutralization of acids and enables effective buffering of pH in biological systems and cell cultures.
This solution is particularly suitable for experiments and studies where the pH of a solution needs to be buffered. Due to its alkaline nature, it can be used to neutralize acids, making it an indispensable component in many laboratories.
Chemically, sodium hydrogen carbonate is a salt of carbonic acid and acts as a weak base in aqueous solutions. When in contact with acids, it reacts to release carbon dioxide, which contributes to the buffering effect.
Its mode of operation is based on its ability to absorb protons (H+ ions), thereby increasing the pH of a solution. By absorbing protons, it contributes to the neutralization of acids and enables effective buffering of pH in biological systems and cell cultures.
Article no.: 14413
Use as laboratory reagent
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Relevant Ingredients:
• Sodium hydrogen carbonate