A solution with a pH of 7 ________.
A) is acidic
B) releases more hydrogen ions than hydroxyl ions into solution
C) releases more hydroxyl ions than hydrogen ions into solution
D) is basic
E) is neutral

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A solution with a pH of 7 is considered to be neutral, meaning it has an equal concentration of hydrogen ions (H+) and hydroxide ions (OH-) in solution. This is because the pH scale ranges from 0 to 14, with 7 being the midpoint. Solutions with a pH lower than 7 are considered acidic, while solutions with a pH higher than 7 are considered basic or alkaline.

A Solution with a PH of 7 ________