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Published on: August 12, 2026
The pH value of 
solution is less than 8 because
A
is completely ionised at this concentration
B
The ionization of water is negligible
C
The ionization of water cannot be assumed to be negligible in comparison with this low concentration of 
D
The pH cannot be calculated at such a low concentration of 
Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
C
As the solution is acidic, 
. This is because 
from 
cannot be neglected in comparison to 
.
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