Question

A 0.01 m solution of a substance has a ph of 2. what can you conclude about this substance?

Answer 1

it is a strong acid that ionizes completely in water

Answer 2

Answer: The substance is acidic in nature.

Explanation:

There are three types of solution: acidic, basic and neutral

To determine the type of solution, we look at the pH values.

• The pH range of acidic solution is 0 to 6.9
• The pH range of basic solution is 7.1 to 14
• The pH of neutral solution is 7.

We are given:

pH of the solution = 2

As, the pH of the solution lies in the range of 0 to 6.9. This means that the solution is acidic in nature.

Hence, the given substance is acidic.