Here's why:
* pH stands for "power of hydrogen".
* It measures the concentration of hydrogen ions (H+) in a solution.
* The lower the pH value, the higher the concentration of hydrogen ions, making the solution more acidic.
* A pH of 7 is considered neutral.
* Values below 7 indicate acidity, while values above 7 indicate alkalinity (or basicity).
While pH is the primary measurement for acidity, other related measures are used depending on the context, such as:
* pKa: This measures the tendency of an acid to donate a proton.
* Molarity: This measures the concentration of the acid in a solution.
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