Chapter 6, Problem 6B.3AST

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The $\text{pOH}$ has to be calculated for stomach fluid if the $\text{pH}$ is $1.7$.

Concept Introduction:

Negative logarithm of the concentration of hydronium ion is the $\text{pH}$ of solution.  This can be given in equation form as follows;

    $\text{pH}=-\log [{\text{H}}_{\text{3}}{\text{O}}^{\text{+}}]$

The $\text{pH}$ and $\text{pOH}$ of a solution is related by the equation that is given as follows;

    $\text{pH}+\text{pOH}=14.0$

If $\text{pH}$ of a solution increases, then $\text{pOH}$ decreases.  $\text{pH}$ and $\text{pOH}$ are complimentary ones.