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Final 07/31/2015 Experiment 44 PHOSPHATE BUFFER SYSTEMS Part A: Buffering at Physiological pH. (A Supplement to Exit. 32F) 1. Let your instructor check over your prelab calculations and obtain the

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1. Start by preparing a stock solution of sodium phosphate dibasic (Na2HPO4) and sodium phosphate monobasic (NaH2PO4) in deionized water. These chemicals are widely available in chemical supply stores.
2. Determine the desired pH of your buffer solution. Phosphate buffer systems are commonly used in biological and biochemical applications, and the pH range can vary depending on the specific experimental requirements.
3. Use a pH meter or pH indicator strips to measure the initial pH of the stock solutions. Adjust the pH of each stock solution using small amounts of either sodium hydroxide (NaOH) to increase the pH or hydrochloric acid (HCl) to decrease the pH. Continue measuring and adjusting until reaching the desired pH for each stock solution.
4. Calculate the volume ratio of each stock solution needed to create the desired buffer solution. The ratio depends on the specific pH requirements. For example, to prepare a phosphate buffer at pH 7.4, you may need to mix 8 mL of the Na2HPO4 stock solution with 2 mL of the NaH2PO4 stock solution.
5. Combine the calculated volumes of each stock solution in a clean container, such as a glass beaker or flask. Ensure that the containers used are properly labeled and clean to avoid contamination.
6. Slowly add deionized water to the container, while stirring gently, until reaching the desired final volume of the buffer solution. The final volume will depend on the specific experimental requirements and the volume of buffer needed.
7. Test the final pH of the buffer solution using a pH meter or pH indicator strips. Adjust the pH if necessary using minimal amounts of either sodium hydroxide or hydrochloric acid until reaching the desired pH.
8. Once the buffer solution is prepared and the pH is adjusted, it is ready to be used in your experiment or application. Store the remaining buffer solution in a tightly sealed container, preferably stored at the appropriate temperature to maintain its stability.

Who needs phosphate buffer systems:

1. Researchers and scientists working in the field of biology and biochemistry often need phosphate buffer systems for various applications. It is widely used in experiments involving enzyme reactions, cell cultures, DNA and protein extraction, and other biological processes.
2. Pharmaceutical companies and drug manufacturers may also require phosphate buffer systems for formulation and stability testing of drugs and pharmaceutical products.
3. Diagnostic laboratories and medical professionals might use phosphate buffer systems for biochemical assays, immunoassays, and other clinical tests.
4. Industries involved in food and beverage production, cosmetics, and agriculture might utilize phosphate buffer systems for quality control and testing purposes.
5. Students and educators in the field of life sciences or related disciplines may learn about phosphate buffer systems as part of their academic coursework or laboratory experiments. Understanding the preparation and use of buffer systems is essential in many biological and biochemical experiments.

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