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If the pH of a solution is increased what happens to the acidic solute in the solution?

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If the pH of a solution is increased what happens to the acidic solute in the solution?

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When the pH of a solution is increased, it means the solution is becoming less acidic and more alkaline or basic. The concentration of hydrogen ions (H+) decreases and the concentration of hydroxide ions (OH-) increases.

The acidic solute in the solution will react with the increased hydroxide ions to form water and a salt. This process is known as neutralization. As a result, the amount of acidic solute in the solution will decrease.

In other words, increasing the pH of a solution reduces its acidity, and therefore, the amount of acidic solute in the solution.

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