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What effect does gas chlorine have on pH in water?

  1. Increases pH

  2. Lowers pH

  3. Stabilizes pH

  4. No effect on pH

The correct answer is: Increases pH

Gas chlorine has a basic pH, meaning that it has a high pH level. When gas chlorine is added to water, the water's pH level will increase, making the water more basic. Therefore, the correct option is A. Option B is incorrect because gas chlorine has a basic pH and will not lower the pH of water. Option C is incorrect because gas chlorine does not stabilize the pH level of water, rather it increases it. Option D is incorrect because gas chlorine has a direct effect on the pH level of water.