Buffers

MIT RES.TLL-004 Concept Vignettes
View the complete course: ocw.mit.edu/RES-TLL-004F13
Instructor: George Zaidan
In this video, Legos ¬ are used to create possible molecular level models of a buffer. This is done to better understand how a buffer works and the components a buffer must contain in order to be effective.
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[@lucytallman]

This is the best explaination of buffers I have ever heard, read or watched.

[@mrnulliustestikleezeeastee7365]

This may be the most lucid explanation of a concept I have ever seen and heard. Sets a new standard.

[@mukuntha.g4959]

it took me 45min to watch this video! My brain didnt handle this much fast paced explanation

[@prophecyinc.4001]

Merci Madame Sophie Demoustier de nous avoir fait découvrir cette incroyable vidéo

[@ramsayed]

the best explanation ever..It's been 10 years since I have graduated from the school of Medicine with the same questions about Buffer system in the blood & this is the 1st time ever I could really comprehend it..

[@violinsheetmusicblog]

1. H+ reacts with A-, forming HA.

[@maxv08]

him: pause the video and discuss with a friend

[@JonelleDickowVillar]

Beautiful presentation and quality of video. Thank you for your efforts.

[@younessbagachoul5896]

Finally, a good explanation! This was useful. Thanks.

[@co563]

I refreshed my browser at least three times because I thought that the momentary stop right after he added the NaOH was my computer...wait for it....buffering!

[@PurpleLolipopProduct]

This video is very, very thorough. Thank you so much.

[@ChantelJonesCIB]

Thank you, tough material ... well explained with the lego.

[@meidianakustyawulandari9366]

Wow.. it's so amazing. Thanks a lot of your presentation in video. It is enough for understanding for me.

[@komalmakwana8461]

Thankyou very much. You have cleared my whole concept .Great!!!!!!!!

[@jhinuksaha9679]

Thanks the explanation was really helpful.

[@EyeLean5280]

Perfect! Thank you.

[@ONLYuseMEgunsOFWALL]

What happens if you add water to a buffert?

[@AndrewWeng]

Brilliant video

[@Harpoonland]

So helpful! Thanks :)

[@kris_8187]

if MIT is explaining it with legos it cant be that hard