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(bŭf′ĕr)


1. Any of several molecules that react with strong acids or bases to prevent large changes in the pH of, for example, body fluids.
2. A substance tending to offset reaction of an agent administered in conjunction with it.

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(bŭf′ĕr)


1. Any of several molecules that react with strong acids or bases to prevent large changes in the pH of, for example, body fluids.
2. A substance tending to offset reaction of an agent administered in conjunction with it.

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