A Solution with a PH of 8

Question

A solution with a pH of 8
A) is more alkaline than arterial blood
B) is more acidic than arterial blood
C) contains more H+ ions than arterial blood
D) both B and C

Accepted Answer

A solution with a pH of 8 is more alkaline, meaning it has a lower concentration of H+ ions, than arterial blood which has a pH of 7.35-7.45 and is slightly alkaline. Therefore, options B and C are incorrect.