Chapter 24, Problem 20E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The concentration of the acid in the solution is to be determined.

Concept introduction:
The pH is defined as the negative logarithm of concentration of ${\text{H}}^{\text{+}}$ ions. The formula used for calculating pH of the solution is,

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

In case of strong acid, the concentration of ${\text{H}}^{\text{+}}$ is equal to the concentration of acid.