Definition of Acid

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Acid

The term 'Acid' as it applies to the area of water can be defined as 'a substance that has a pH of less than 7, which is neutral. Specifically, an acid has more free hydrogen ions (H+) than hydroxyl ions (OH-)'.

The term 'Acid' as it applies to the area of reclamation can be defined as ' A substance that has a pH value between 0 and 7. ACID - Anderson-Cottonwood Irrigation District'.


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