A solution has a pH of 2. Which description is correct?

Answer and explanation

Correct answer: C. acidic

  1. Step 1: A pH below 7 is acidic, 7 is neutral and above 7 is alkaline. Answer: acidic. Why not the others: neutral: That does not match a pH of 2. alkaline: That does not match a pH of 2. a buffer: That does not match a pH of 2.

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