JAMB Chemistry 2013 Objective — Question 19
Question 19 of 50 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Chemistry 2013 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.
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Three drops of a 1.0moldm⁻³ solution of HCl was added to 20cm³ of a solution of pH 6.4. The pH of the resulting solution will
- A. be greater than 6.4
- B. be unaltered
- C. close to that of pure water
- D. be less than 6.4Correct
Explanation
Adding HCl (an acid) to a solution makes it more acidic, so the pH value will decrease (be less than 6.4).
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