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  • Understanding the pH Scale: Measuring Acidity and Alkalinity
    The scale that measures the concentration of hydrogen ions in a solution is the pH scale.

    Here's a breakdown:

    * pH stands for "power of hydrogen".

    * It is a logarithmic scale that ranges from 0 to 14.

    * Lower pH values indicate a higher concentration of hydrogen ions, meaning the solution is more acidic.

    * Higher pH values indicate a lower concentration of hydrogen ions, meaning the solution is more basic (alkaline).

    * A pH of 7 is considered neutral.

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