Question

Which term best describes a solution with a $pH$ of $8$?

• A. Very basic
• B. Slightly acidic
• C. Neutral
• D. Slightly basic

Answer 1

The correct option is D Slightly basic

A $pH$ value is a number from $1$ to $14$, with $7$ as the middle $\left(neutral\right)$ point. Values below $7$ indicate acidity which increases as the number decreases.

Values above $7$ indicate alkalinity which increases as the number increases, with $14$ being the most alkaline.

So $8$ is slightly basic as it is above $7$