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CHE 105/110 Introduction to Chemistry - Exercises and Answers

The pH Scale

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QUESTION ANSWER

1.

Define pH. How is it related to pOH?

1.

pH is the negative logarithm of [H+] and is equal to 14 − pOH.

3.

What is the pH range for an acidic solution?

3.

pH < 7

5.

What is [H+] for a neutral solution?

5.

1.0 × 10−7 M

7.

Which substances in Table 10.3 "Typical pH Values of Various Substances*" are acidic?

7.

Every entry above pure water is acidic.

9.

What is the pH of a solution when [H+] is 3.44 × 10−4 M?

9.

3.46

11.

What is the pH of a solution when [OH] is 6.22 × 10−7 M?

11.

7.79

13.

What is the pOH of a solution when [H+] is 3.44 × 10−4 M?

13.

10.54

15.

What is the pOH of a solution when [OH] is 6.22 × 10−7 M?

15.

6.21

17.

If a solution has a pH of 0.77, what is its pOH, [H+], and [OH]?

17.

pOH = 13.23; [H+] = 1.70 × 10−1 M; [OH] = 5.89 × 10−14 M

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