Which solution will have the lowest pH ?

A. .10 M HCN
B. .10 M HNO3
C. .10 M NaCL
D. .10 M H2CO3
E. .10 M NaOH

2 answers

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The solution with the lowest pH will be the most acidic, i.e. that with the highest [H+].

A solution with the highest [H+] wil be the solution of the strong acid as it is completely ionised - which is that?
HNO3 ?