Which Statement Is TRUE About the Properties of Aqueous Solutions

question 66

Multiple Choice

Which statement is TRUE about the properties of aqueous solutions?

• A) A pH change from 5.0 to 6.0 reflects an increase in the hydroxide ion concentration ([OH^-]) of 20%.
• B) A pH change from 8.0 to 6.0 reflects a decrease in the proton concentration ([H⁺]) by a factor of 100.
• C) Charged molecules are generally insoluble in water.
• D) Hydrogen bonds form readily in aqueous solutions.
• E) The pH can be calculated by adding 7 to the value of the pOH.

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