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Chemistry · May / June 2023 · Paper 11 · Question 19

5070The characteristic properties of acids and bases

Samples of HCl(aq) and HNO3(aq) are tested using universal indicator paper. The sample of HCl(aq) has a pH of 4 and the sample of HNO3(aq) has a pH of 2. Which statement is correct?

  1. AHCl(aq) is a weak acid and HNO3(aq) is a strong acid.
  2. BHNO3(aq) has a lower formula mass than HCl(aq).
  3. CThe HNO3(aq) is more concentrated than the HCl(aq).
  4. DThe HCl(aq) has dissociated more than the HNO3(aq).

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Correct answer: C. The HNO3(aq) is more concentrated than the HCl(aq).

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