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What is the pOH of a 0.00455 M HCl solution?

A) 2.34
B) 4.34
C) 9.34
D) 11.66

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Final answer:

The pOH of a 0.00455 M HCl solution is 0. The pH of the solution is 14.

Step-by-step explanation:

The pOH of a 0.00455 M HCl solution can be calculated by taking the negative logarithm of the hydroxide ion concentration. Since HCl is a strong acid, it completely ionizes in water to form H+ ions. Since there are no hydroxide ions present, the pOH is 0.

To calculate the pH of the solution, subtract the pOH from 14.

pOH = -log(OH-) = -log(0) = 0

pH = 14 - pOH = 14 - 0 = 14

Therefore, the correct answer is not listed in the given options.

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