Hydrogen Ion Calculator Formula
Understand the math behind the hydrogen ion calculator. Each variable explained with a worked example.
Formulas Used
[H+] Concentration
h_conc = pow(10, -ph_val)Variables
| Variable | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|
ph_val | pH | 3 |
How It Works
How to Calculate [H+] from pH
Formula
[H+] = 10^(-pH)
The inverse of the pH equation.
Worked Example
Find [H+] for pH = 3.
ph_val = 3
- 01[H+] = 10^(-3)
- 02[H+] = 0.001 M
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