Sodium Phosphate

Definition

Sodium phosphate is an inorganic compound composed of sodium cations (Na+) and phosphate anions (PO4^-3). It is commonly used as a buffering agent in laboratory experiments.

Related terms

Buffer Solution:

A solution that resists changes in pH when small amounts of acid or base are added.

Inorganic Compound: A chemical compound that does not contain carbon-hydrogen bonds.

Laboratory Experiments: Scientific investigations conducted in controlled settings to gather data and test hypotheses.