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JudyAcids such as hydrochloric acid, sulfuric acid, and citric acid can lower the pH of a solution by donating protons (H+ ions), increasing the concentration of hydrogen ions in the solution. This increase in hydrogen ions leads to a decrease in pH, making the solution more acidic.
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Which acid has a pH of 6 or lower?
Hydrochloric acid typically has a pH of 2 or lower.
On the pH scale what is the pH of an acid?
An acid has a pH value below 7 on the pH scale. The lower the pH value, the stronger the acid.
Describes a solution with a pH lower than the pH of distilled water?
A solution with a pH lower than that of distilled water would be acidic. This could be achieved by adding an acid such as hydrochloric acid or sulfuric acid to water. Acidic solutions have a pH below 7, with the lower the pH, the more acidic the solution will be.
How does the pH of an acid compare with the pH of a neutral solution?
The pH of an acid is lower than that of a neutral solution. Acids have a pH less than 7, with stronger acids having lower pH values. A neutral solution has a pH of 7.
Will ascorbic acid lower the pH?
Yes, ascorbic acid (vitamin C) is an acidic compound and can lower the pH of a solution when added.
