pHs term D (alkalinity factor)

Total alkalinity contribution to the saturation pH calculation.

$$D={\log }_{10}({\text{Total Alkalinity as CaCO}}_3)$$

Variables

Symbol	Meaning	Unit
${\text{Total Alkalinity as CaCO}}_3$	Total alkalinity expressed as calcium carbonate	mg/L as CaCO3

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