Most Naturally Occurring Freshwater Has a PH Between 7 and 5.6

question 9

Multiple Choice

Most naturally occurring freshwater has a pH between 7 and 5.6. This is due to dissolved, naturally occurring acids. Which is the most common acid associated with this process?

• A) hydrochloric acid
• B) carbonic acid
• C) sulfuric acid
• D) nitric acid
• E) Both c and d

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