pH stands for <em>"Potential for Hydrogen." </em>This is an indicator of a solution's acidity or alkalinity. It is also used to tell <em>which chemicals are great for cleaning. </em>
pH 7 and pH 8 are both considered<em> "neutral pH,"</em> thus, solutions with these pH are often used as<em> dishwashing detergents </em>because they do not destroy the surfaces of objects. However, pH 8 is said to be<u> more alkaline in nature</u>. This allows it to destroy the residues, such as <em>fats and oils</em>, in pots and pans. It is the<em> pH of baking soda.</em>