Rule Your Pool

Understanding pH buffering systems and pKa values

00:00 - Introduction 03:16 - pH buffering 04:43 - Bicarbonate, cyanurate and borate 06:41 - pH is based on H2O and hydrolysis 09:56 - Carbonate alkalinity means dissolved CO2 determines pH 11:51 - Bicarbonate converts into carbonate at 8.3 pH 13:22 - High TA, more buffering capacity, more acid demand 15:19 - Acids and conjugate bases 18:16 - pKa values and buffering strength 20:52 - What does pKa stand for? 23:05 - Closing ______________________________ Connect with us!   Realize your full potential. Watershape University® Water chemistry questions? Orenda® Questions? Comments? Or apply to sponsor the show: ruleyourpool@gmail.com   Facebook: @ruleyourpool YouTube: @rule-your-pool  

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