Acids Have a Higher Concentration of H⁺ Ions Than OH-

Question

Acids have a higher concentration of H⁺ ions than OH- ions.

Accepted Answer

Acids are characterized by having a higher concentration of hydrogen ions (H+) than hydroxide ions (OH-). This leads to a higher concentration of H+ ions (or their hydrated form, H3O+) relative to OH- ions, resulting in an acidic pH. The acidity of a solution is quantified using the pH scale, which ranges from 0 (most acidic) to 14 (most basic/alkaline).

Acids have a higher concentration of H+ ions than OH- ions.

Acids have a higher concentration of H⁺ ions than OH- ions.