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What is pH and how is it measured?

pH is a measurement of the degree to which water is 'acidic' or 'basic', measured on a scale from 0 to 14, with 7 being 'neutral'. The measurement is based on the balance between H+ ions and OH- ions in the water.

What is the significance of the term 'pH'?

The 'p' in pH stands for the 'power' of the activity of the H+ ion in the water.

What does the H in 'pH' refer to and why is it denoted with a plus sign?

The H in pH refers to the element Hydrogen, specifically Hydrogen H+. The plus sign indicates that the Hydrogen is carrying a positive charge, making it a Hydrogen ion.

Explain the relationship between pH value and the concentration of ions in the water.

<p>When pH is low, there are a lot of H+ ions in the water. When pH is high, there are a lot of OH- ions in the water. At pH=7, the two ions balance each other out completely.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does each whole pH value below 7 compare in terms of acidity?

<p>Each whole pH value below 7 is ten times more acidic than the next higher value.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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pH Measurement Scale

pH measures the degree of acidity or basicity of water on a scale of 0 to 14
0: strongly acidic, 14: strongly basic, 7: neutral (like pure water)

pH Term Breakdown

pH: "power" of Hydrogen (H+) ion activity in water
H+ is a Hydrogen ion with a positive charge
"p" stands for "power" of H+ ion activity

pH Scale Balance

pH is based on the balance between H+ (Hydrogen) ions and negatively charged OH- (Hydroxide) ions in water
Low pH (e.g., pH = 2): high concentration of H+ ions
High pH (e.g., pH = 13): high concentration of OH- ions
pH = 7: balance between H+ and OH- ions

pH Scale Characteristics

Each whole pH value below 7 is 10 times more acidic than the next higher value

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Test your knowledge of pH with this quiz! Learn about the measurement of acidity and basicity in water, the pH scale, and the role of hydrogen ions. Challenge yourself with questions on acidic, basic, and neutral pH levels, and expand your understanding of this fundamental concept in chemistry.