Chapter SH, Problem 22.5APP

To determine

To calculate: pH of the solution.

Answer to Problem 22.5APP

pH of the basic solution is $\underset{\_}{9}$ .

Explanation of Solution

Given:

Difference in the pH of pure water and basic solution = $2$

Calculation:

pH of water = 7

Since solutions with pH greater than 7 are basic, pH of the acidic solution is calculated as:

  $\text{7+2 = 9}$

Conclusion:

pH of the basic solution is $\underset{\_}{9}$ .