Chapter 14, Problem 84E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

For each given solution, the pH is to be determinedand the solution is to be classified as it is acidic, basic or neutral.

Concept Introduction:

The sum of $\text{pH}$ and $\text{pOH}$ at $25{}^{°}\text{C}$ is equaled to 14.00 and it can be shown mathematically as follows:

$\text{pH}+\text{pOH}=\text{14}\text{.00}$ …… (1)

The 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 equals to 7, then it is neutral.