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MEDIUMMCQ SINGLEJEE Mains ChemistryPhysical ChemistryIonic equilibriumSelf-ionization of Water

The term pH comes from

A.pure hydrogen content
B.“potenz de hydrogen” which implies potential of✓ Correct
C.purity of hydrogen ions in solution
D.name of the scientist associated.
Explanation

The  term  pH  comes  from  ‘potenz’.  This  means  the potential or power of hydrogen. Therefore, pH log H .

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