Question

what is the term for a substance that causes a resistance to a change multiple choice salt electrolyte buffer base

Explanation:

To determine the correct term, we analyze each option:

• Salt: A compound formed from an acid and a base, not related to resistance to change (usually pH change in this context).
• Electrolyte: A substance that conducts electricity when dissolved, not about resistance to change.
• Buffer: A solution that resists changes in pH when small amounts of acid or base are added. This matches the description of resisting change.
• Base: A substance that donates hydroxide ions or accepts protons, not about resistance to change.

Answer:

C. Buffer