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प्रश्न
Two solutions X and Y have pH = 4 and pH = 8, respectively. Which solution will give alkaline reaction and which one acidic?
उत्तर
As per the given data, solution X has a pH value of 4 (which is less than 7) and will give an acidic reaction. Solution Y has a pH value of 8 (which is greater than 7) and will give an alkaline reaction.
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