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pH of a solution X is 5. The solution is ___________ in nature.

strongly acidic

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neutral

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strongly alkaline

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weakly acidic

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Solution

The correct option is D weakly acidic
pH of the solution represents the strength of acids and bases. If the pH of the solution is less than 7 it is acidic, more than 7 it is basic and if it is equal to 7 it considered neutral. As the pH of solution X is 5 it is weakly acidic in nature.

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