MHT CET Medical202625 April 2026Morning ShiftChemistryIonic EquilibriumActual
The hydrogen ion concentration of the ocean is about 2 10⁻⁹ M . What is the pOH of ocean?
Options
- A8.85
- B5.3
- C7.85
- D8.7
Correct answer
B. 5.3
Step-by-step solution
Given [H^+] = 2 10⁻⁹ M The pH of the solution is calculated as: pH = - [H^+] pH = - (2 10⁻⁹) = 9 - 2 Using 2 = 0.3010 : pH = 9 - 0.3010 = 8.699 8.7 We know that at 25^ C , pH + pOH = 14 pOH = 14 - pH pOH = 14 - 8.7 = 5.3 Answer: 5.3