The table below shows PH values of substances A, B, C and D. Study it and answer the questions that follow.

The table below shows PH values of substances A, B, C and D. Study it and answer the questions that follow.

(a) Which substance is likely to be pure water
(b) Which solution contains the lowest concentration of hydrogen ions?
(c) In the equation below, identify the reagent that acts as a base. Give a reason for your answer.

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a) Substance D
b) Substance A
c) H₂O₂ (hydrogen peroxide) is the base.
Reason: It is a proton donor.

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maurice.mutuku answered the question on September 3, 2019 at 06:18

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