Ask your own question, for FREE!
Chemistry 12 Online
OpenStudy (anonymous):

Can a pH be a covalent bond?

OpenStudy (jazztiger201):

In terms of what? pH is a value of the -log(concentration of H+ ions within a solution). A covalent bond occurs between two nonmetals (to the right of the zigzag on the right side of the periodic table.

OpenStudy (jazztiger201):

In essence no a pH cannot be a covalent bond.

OpenStudy (preetha):

@Jazztiger201 is right. If the bond between H and an element is covalent, like a CH bond, it is not going to result in the ionization of the H. H dissociates when it is bonded to O, N, F, S and such electronegative elements. IF H does not dissociate, (ionize) then there is no H+ and therefore no -log(H+) and no pH.

Can't find your answer? Make a FREE account and ask your own questions, OR help others and earn volunteer hours!

Join our real-time social learning platform and learn together with your friends!
Latest Questions
Arriyanalol: i need help
1 day ago 7 Replies 1 Medal
Arriyanalol: CONGRATS to me
2 days ago 8 Replies 2 Medals
Legomaster346: What colleges are good that are near Arab Alabama?
1 week ago 5 Replies 0 Medals
Arriyanalol: i need help
1 week ago 6 Replies 2 Medals
Can't find your answer? Make a FREE account and ask your own questions, OR help others and earn volunteer hours!

Join our real-time social learning platform and learn together with your friends!