Chemical ServicesQuestion 77 of 100

On the pH scale, a reading of 7 is:

a.Strongly acidic
b.Strongly alkaline
c.Neutral
d.Undefined

Explanation

A pH of 7 is neutral, neither acidic nor alkaline. Values below 7 are acidic and values above 7 are alkaline; hair and skin are naturally slightly acidic.

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