Question
Science Question on Acids, Bases And Salts
An aqueous solution of sodium chloride is prepared in distilled water. The pH of this solution is:
A
6
B
8
C
7
D
3
Answer
7
Explanation
Solution
Sodium chloride (NaCl) is a salt formed from a strong acid (HCl) and a strong base (NaOH). Dissolving NaCl in water results in neutral pH (7) because it does not react further to form H⁺ or OH⁻ ions.