A solution X has a pH value of 2 and another solution Y has a pH value of 1. What can be inferred regarding the difference in hydrogen ion concentration between them?
A
Solution X has more hydrogen ion concentration than solution Y
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B
Solution Y has more hydrogen ion concentration than solution X
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C
Both the solutions X and Y have equal hydrogen ion concentration
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D
Hydrogen ion concentration does not depend on pH
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Solution
The correct option is B Solution Y has more hydrogen ion concentration than solution X pH is a measure of hydrogen ion concentration in a solution. Higher the hydrogen ion concentration, lower is the pH.
Thus, Y has more hydrogen ion concentration than X.