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Determine the pH of a solution of 0.00278 M of HClO4. Report the answer to two digits past the decimal.

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The pH of a solution of 0.00278 M of HClO₄ is 2.56

Step-by-step explanation:

pH is a measure of acidity or alkalinity that indicates the amount of hydrogen ions present in a solution or substance and is calculated as:

pH= - log [H⁺]= - log [H₃O⁺]

On the other hand , a Strong Acid is that acid that in an aqueous solution dissociates completely. In other words, a strong acid completely dissociates into hydrogen ions and anions in solution.

HClO₄ is a strong acid, so in aqueous solution it will be totally dissociated. Then, the concentration of protons is equal to the initial concentration of acid and the pH will be calculated:

pH= - log 0.00278

pH= 2.56

The pH of a solution of 0.00278 M of HClO₄ is 2.56

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