How many more times greater is the H+ in a solution with ph 2 than in a solution with ph 6

Answer 1

Hello Cierra,

The key to remember here is that the pH scale is logarithmic. Therefore, each increase (or decrease) is a complete order of magnitude.

So:

2 to 3 = 10 fold

2 to 4 = 100 fold

2 to 5 = 1,000 fold

2 to 6 = 10,000 fold

Therefore, a solution at pH=2 is 10,000 fold higher in H+ ions than at pH=6.