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प्रश्न
What does the pH of a solution signify? Three solution A, B and C have pH values of 6, 4 and 10 respectively. Which of the solutions is highly acidic?
उत्तर
The pH of a solution signifies whether it is an acid or a base and also its strength. Solutions with a pH greater than 7 are considered basic or alkaline, solutions with a pH less than 7 are acidic, and solutions with a pH of 7 are considered neutral.
Solution B with the lower pH value of 4 is highly acidic.
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