100 mL of a strong acid is completely neutralized by 100 mL of a strong base. The observed products are salt and water. Upon further investigation, the solution has a pH > 7. How is this possible?

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100 mL of a strong acid is completely neutralized by 100 mL of a strong base. The observed products are salt and water. Upon further investigation, the solution has a pH > 7. How is this possible?

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Answer: The concentration of base is higher than the concentration of the acid.

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