If the Ionization Constant of Water,K_w,at 40°C Is 2

Multiple Choice

If the ionization constant of water,K_w,at 40°C is 2.92 × 10^-14,then what is the hydronium ion concentration for a neutral solution?

A) [H₃O⁺] < 1.00 × 10^-7 M
B) [H₃O⁺] > 1.71 × 10^-7 M
C) [H₃O⁺] = 1.71 × 10^-7 M
D) [H₃O⁺] < 1.71 × 10^-7 M