Asked by Iliana Miller on Jul 05, 2024
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Substance A is added to a solution, resulting in a decrease in the pH of the solution. Substance A ________ the H+ concentration; therefore, it is considered a/an ________.
A) increased; acid
B) increased; base
C) decreased; acid
D) decreased; base
Acid
A substance that donates hydrogen ions or protons and accepts electrons, often associated with a sour taste and capable of turning blue litmus paper red.
- Identify the effects of pH changes on biological systems, including the nature of acids and bases.
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Colin SmithJul 05, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Substance A causes a decrease in pH by increasing the H+ concentration, indicating it is an acid.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the effects of pH changes on biological systems, including the nature of acids and bases.