A solution is an acid if its pH is less than 7 and a base if its pH is greater than 7. The pH is defined by  where [H+] is the concentration of hydrogen ions in the solution. Use this information to answer the question.The concentration of hydrogen ions in a solution is approximately 10-7.5. What is the pH of the solution? Is the solution an acid or a base?

A. The pH is -7.5. The solution is a base.
B. The pH is -7.5. The solution is an acid.
C. The pH is 7.5. The solution is an acid.
D. The pH is 7.5. The solution is a base.


Answer: D

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