40. (a) If a chemical has a pH of 7, it is ____________________________.

Question

(b) If a chemical has a pH higher than 7, it is ____________________________.
(c) If a chemical has a pH lower than 7, it is ____________________________.

Answer 1

(a) If a chemical has a pH of 7, it is neutral.
(b) If a chemical has a pH higher than 7, it is basic (or alkaline).
(c) If a chemical has a pH lower than 7, it is acidic.