Understanding pH
* pH is a measure of the acidity or alkalinity of a solution.
* It's calculated using the formula: pH = -log[H+]
* [H+] represents the hydrogen ion concentration in moles per liter (M).
Calculation
1. Substitute the given [H+] into the pH formula:
pH = -log(1.7 x 10^-5)
2. Use a calculator to find the logarithm:
pH ≈ 4.77
Therefore, the pH of the solution is approximately 4.77.
Important Note: This solution is acidic because its pH is less than 7.
