What is meant by $p$ and $H$ in $pH$?

  • A
    $p$ stands for power and $H$ stands for hydrogen.
  • B
    $p$ stands for potenz and $H$ stands for hydrogen.
  • C
    $p$ stands for potential and $H$ stands for helium.
  • D
    $p$ stands for proton and $H$ stands for hydroxide.

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