Equilibrium Question 537

Question: An aqueous solution of sodium carbnate has a pH greater than 7 becaue [DCE 2003]

Options:

A) It contains more carbonate ions than $ H_2O $ molecules

B) Contains more hydroxide ions than carbonate ions

C) $ N{a^{+}} $ ions react with water

D) Carbonate ions react with $ H_2O $

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Answer:

Correct Answer: B

Solution:

$ pH>7= $ Basic It means contain more hydroxide ions than carbonate ions.



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