When chlorine is passed through a sample of water, the pH of the water sample would be
- A.
-
B.
> 7 -
C.
= 7 -
D.
0
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation
(Cl_{2} + H_{2}O to HCl + HOCl)
The two compounds in the product end are acidic and hence, their mixture is acidic. Hence, the pH is < 7