The definitive answer is 'pH = -log(10) [H^(+)]
In Words, ' pH is the negative logarithm, to the base ten, of the hydrogen ion concentration.
As an example
If H^(+) is 0.002
Then
pH = -log(10)[0.002]
On the calculator using the 'log' button
pH = -(-2.69897...)
pH = 2.69897...
pH = 2.70
NB This would be an acidic pH
NNB pH is always quoted to 2 d.p. only.
NNNB Do NOT use the 'ln' button on a calculator.
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