The formula to calculate cation to anion ratio is:
\[ \text{CAR} = \frac{\text{Cation Charge}}{\text{Anion Charge}} \]
Where:
The cation to anion ratio is a measure of the balance between positively charged ions (cations) and negatively charged ions (anions) in a solution. It is used to assess the chemical stability of water and other solutions, as well as to predict potential reactions and interactions between different ionic species. A balanced ratio is crucial for maintaining the proper functioning of biological systems and for the treatment of water to prevent scaling and corrosion.
Let's assume the following values:
Using the formula:
\[ \text{CAR} = \frac{10}{5} = 2 \]
The cation to anion ratio is 2.
