Interpretation : The pH of the solution is to be calculated.
Concept Introduction : The negative logarithm of the concentration of hydrogen ions is the pH of a solution. The formula to calculate pH is given as
Answer to Problem 5STP
Correct answer: Option (C)
Explanation of Solution
Reason for correct option:
The concentration of hydrogen ions is
The formula to calculate pH is given as
To calculate the pH of the solution, substitute the values in the above formula:
Since option C is in the range between 7 and 8, it is the correct answer.
So, option (C) is the correct answer.
Reasons for incorrect options:
Option (A), (B), (D): All these options are irrelevant since the pH is not in these ranges.
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