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When an acidic solution is diluted, what happens to its pH?

When an acidic solution is diluted, what happens to its pH?
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  • A It depends on the specific acid
  • B It decreases
  • C It remains the same
  • D It increases
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
When an acidic solution is diluted by adding more solvent (usually water), the concentration of hydrogen ions (H\(^+\)) decreases. As a result, the pH of the solution increases, making it less acidic

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