Chapter 14, Problem 101E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

For each of the given solution, the $\text{pH}$ of the solution is to be determined from the given concentration of ${\text{H}}_3{\text{O}}^{+}$ ions and based on the $\text{pH}$ value, each solution is to be classified as acidic, basic, or neutral.

Concept introduction:

The $\text{pH}$ of a given solution is expressed as follows:

$\text{pH}=-\text{log}\left[{\text{H}}_3{\text{O}}^{+}\right]$

The $\text{pH}$ scale is used to classify the solution as follows:

The solution having pH value less than 7 is acidic.

The solution having pH value greater than 7 is basic.

If the solution has pH equal to 7, then it is neutral